Briton Without a License Arrested After Fatal Hit and Run in Ibiza
In a shocking incident in Ibiza, Civil Guard agents arrested a British man suspected of fatally running over Bernat Ribas, a 49-year-old Ibizan cyclist. The accused, without a driving license, surrendered himself at the Civil Guard offices in Sant Antoni. The fatal hit and run occurred along the Camí de Benimussa in Sant Josep.
The Arrest:
Civil Guard agents apprehended the 35-year-old British national late on Wednesday night, following his voluntary submission at the Ses Païsses post. Moreover, the authorities suspect him of several crimes, including:
- Reckless homicide
- Fleeing the accident scene
- Reckless driving
- Operating a vehicle without a license
The investigators learned that the accused had never obtained authorization to drive.
The Incident:
Ribas was cycling with a companion, Toni Tur ‘Sopes’, on Tuesday afternoon when a Jeep Wrangler hit him. The impact was so severe that Ribas died instantly. Shockingly, the driver did not stop and fled the scene, leaving Ribas and Tur ‘Sopes’.
Discovering the Vehicle:
Civil Guard agents, specifically from the Traffic Accident Investigation and Analysis Group (GIAT), swiftly acted and found the abandoned Jeep around 15 hours after the incident. It was located near the Casita Verde, a mere 10 minutes from the scene of the fatal hit and run.
Importantly, finding the vehicle played a pivotal role in the investigation. It enabled the investigators to identify the owner and narrow their search. Consequently, the Civil Guard ramped up the controls throughout Ibiza, tightening the net on the suspect.
The Suspect’s Surrender:
As the Civil Guard intensified their efforts, the suspect seemingly felt the pressure. Eventually, he turned himself in at the Civil Guard premises in Sant Antoni. The decisive arrest came as the culmination of the island-wide search for the perpetrator.
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Conclusion:
The tragic death of Bernat Ribas underscores the devastating consequences of reckless driving and the grave responsibility that comes with being behind the wheel. In this case, the offender did not even have the legal authorization to drive. The Ibiza community has been deeply affected by this loss. The fact that the alleged perpetrator turned himself in offers some solace, as it is a step toward justice for Bernat Ribas and his family. It is vital to remember and learn from such incidents to ensure the safety and well-being of all road users.
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