A mother died after falling from a 10th-floor balcony in Spain while holding her three-year-old twin daughters, according to reports. The incident occurred in Salou, a coastal town in Catalonia, on Tuesday, December 3rd. Tragically, the mother died at the scene, while one of the twins was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at a local hospital. The surviving twin remains hospitalized wiht serious injuries.
The circumstances surrounding the fall are currently under investigation by Mossos d’Esquadra,the Catalan police force. Authorities are treating the case as a potential homicide, though all lines of inquiry remain open, including the possibility of an accidental fall or suicide. Initial reports suggest the family was on vacation at the time of the incident. The tragedy has deeply shaken the local community and prompted an outpouring of grief. Counselors have been made available to support family members and witnesses.
According to The Independent, witnesses reported hearing screams before the fall. The family is believed to be British nationals, and the UK Foreign, commonwealth & Advancement Office has confirmed it is providing support to the family. The investigation is ongoing, with police collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine the events leading up to the devastating incident. This case highlights the often-unseen struggles families face while traveling and the importance of mental health support, notably for parents.
