A donkey has died and another injured following a traffic collision in the early hours of Monday morning near the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB). The incident occurred at approximately 5am on Valldemossa road, according to Guardia Civil sources.
The driver of the vehicle emerged from the accident without any injuries, whilst emergency services were promptly dispatched to the scene. Road maintenance crews from the Mallorca Council were tasked with clearing the carriageway to ensure safe passage for other drivers.
Authorities confirmed that the deceased animal has been transported to Son Reus facilities, whilst the injured donkey has been taken to a recovery centre for veterinary treatment. Guardia Civil officers are attempting to locate the owner of the animals to determine how they came to be on the public highway during the pre-dawn hours.