Overview
- The car went into the sea around 9pm at Ciutadella’s commercial port minutes after leaving Baleària’s Margarita Salas ferry.
- Ferry crew entered the water as divers, firefighters and SAMU 061 responders removed the driver and attempted prolonged resuscitation before he was declared dead.
- Booking records showed the 67-year-old was the sole occupant after early concerns that others might have been in the vehicle.
- Ports de les Illes reported the ramps between the ship and dock were in perfect condition, and Baleària expressed regret over the fatal incident.
- Police have opened an inquiry with the recovered vehicle under inspection for possible faults, including brake failure, as witnesses said the car appeared to deviate.