Brit tourist plunges from Majorca hotel and lands on his head ‘after toppling off balcony during row’ in broad daylight
A BRITISH tourist has been rushed to hospital after plunging 15ft off his hotel balcony in Majorca.
The man was left “seriously injured” as he landed on his head in broad daylight after a row with friends, report local media.
The 43-year-old was quickly rushed to Son Espases Hospital in the island capital Palma to undergo emergency help.
The horror fall unfolded just before 2pm on Tuesday at the popular four star resort in Puerto Pollensa known as Pollentia Resort & Spa.
The unnamed tourist is understood to have fallen over the balcony ledge before smashing into the concrete floor below.
Police are said to be investigating reports that the man was arguing on the phone with someone moments before he drastically toppled over.
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Shocked witnesses and hotel staff who saw the fall were the first to contact the emergency services.
Local police from Alcudia Town Hall arrived on the scene along with two ambulances to help the stricken tourist.
It isn't clear if the British man was on holiday with friends and family or if he was staying at the resort alone.
Investigations into his fall are ongoing with the man still receiving treatment.
It comes as a Brit cyclist was left in a critical condition and reportedly fighting for his life in hospital after being hit by a car in Majorca.
On Saturday evening, around 7 pm, the 56-year-old was struck by the vehicle from behind.
He was launched into the air from the impact and left unconscious on the ground.