A tragic car accident at a popular holiday destination in Calpe, Costa Blanca, Spain, has resulted in the death of a three-week-old baby girl and serious injuries to her mother. The mother and daughter were struck by a runaway vehicle while out for a walk with the woman’s husband and their four-year-old son. The baby was rushed to La Fe Hospital in Valencia but sadly passed away. The mother, who was taken to Denia Hospital, had to undergo leg amputation and is currently in intensive care.
The incident, believed to be caused by a malfunctioning handbrake on the car, is under investigation by local authorities. The baby was in a stroller pushed by her mother when the accident occurred, and the vehicle involved was not their own. The exact location of the accident within a private residential area in Calpe has not been disclosed.
Calpe, known for its iconic Calpe Rock or Penon de Ifach, is a popular tourist destination with a significant expatriate population. The town attracts around 336,000 visitors annually, with a majority being foreigners. The diverse community in Calpe includes residents and tourists from various countries such as the UK, Germany, France, Poland, and Belgium. During peak tourist seasons, the population of Calpe can surge up to seven times its normal size, with up to 200,000 people staying in the town.