29-year-old man in critical condition after experiencing difficulties at gym pool

A 29-year-old man from Ħaż-Żabbar is now fighting for his life after experiencing difficulties while swimming in a gym pool.

The incident happened last night around 9:30 pm in Triq Ħal Farruġ, Siġġiewi. Police and medical personnel from Mater Dei Hospital were alerted to the situation.  Upon arriving at the scene, emergency responders found the man unconscious. Persons at the gym had already pulled him out of the pool and provided first aid treatment.

The victim was then taken to Mater Dei Hospital by ambulance for further medical treatment, where he was certified to be in a critical condition.

Magistrate Philip Galea Farrugia has been informed of the case and has appointed an inquiry into the matter.

Meanwhile, police investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances leading to the incident.