A mother tragically lost her life after falling from the tenth floor of an apartment building in Madrid while holding her three-year-old twin sons. The incident occurred on December 6, 2023, at approximately 09:00 in the Ciudad Lineal neighborhood, about 30 minutes from the city center. The 48-year-old woman, identified only as Maria, died instantly from the fall, leaving her family devastated just days before Christmas.
While both children were rushed to hospitals, they are reported to be in critical condition. One twin is receiving care at 12 de Octubre University Hospital, while the other is at Hospital Infantil Niño Jesús. Medical teams have expressed serious concerns about the most injured child, fearing for their survival. As of now, no further updates on their health status have been released.
Witnesses described the scene as horrifying, with emergency services arriving promptly to attend to the situation. A spokesperson for the city ambulance service confirmed the details, stating, “We can confirm the death of a woman who plunged from the tenth floor of a block of flats in Ricardo Ortiz. Two children aged three have been taken to different hospitals.” The local police, along with firefighters, were also mobilized to assist with the incident.
Reports indicate that Maria had purchased gifts for her children from a nearby shop just hours before the tragedy. The family had gathered the previous day to celebrate the twins’ birthday, making the incident even more heartbreaking for those close to them.
Authorities are conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fall. The National Police are currently looking into the incident to determine the cause and any contributing factors.
This tragic event follows another recent incident involving a tourist who died after his vehicle plunged into the sea while driving off a ferry in the Balearic holiday island of Menorca. In that case, an investigation is also underway to establish the circumstances leading to the accident.
As the community mourns the loss of Maria, support for the family and updates on the twins’ health will be closely monitored.
