Overview

• The boy’s hand became trapped in an uncovered pool skimmer outlet at Hotel Zafiro in Can Picafort on Sunday due to suction.
• Emergency teams drained the pool and excavated the pipe structure to free his arm after about 30 minutes.
• He was taken to a local hospital for examination and was found to have no serious injuries.
• Authorities have launched a court probe into potential negligence over the hotel’s uncovered safety fixtures.
• Recent accidents in Ibiza and Marbella involving British holidaymakers have intensified scrutiny of resort safety standards.