Two British men killed in Spain after car crashes into suspected drug trafficking boat in dual carriageway pile-up
The men, aged 49 and 57, died after the collision at around 9.30pm on Saturday and a third man was seriously injured.
Monday 18 November 2024 17:20, UK
Two British men have been killed in Spain after their car hit a suspected drug trafficking boat when it fell out on a dual carriageway.
A third man, aged 54, is seriously injured after the crash which happened on the RM-12 road near the La Manga resort in Murcia.
A 49-year-old and 57-year-old died after the collision at around 9.30pm on Saturday.
Another eight people suffered minor injuries after six vehicles were also involved in the pile-up.
The driver transporting what was described as an "inflatable boat" fled the scene, according to the Spanish Civil Guard.
A spokesperson said the boat fell out on the dual carriageway after becoming detached from a trailer.
The Britons' car was travelling behind the trailer.
Police officers investigating the collision suspect the boat "may be related to drug trafficking" due to its characteristics.
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A spokesperson for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said: "We are supporting the families of three British nationals following a road traffic incident in Spain and are in contact with the local authorities."