In a shocking turn of events, a taxi driver in Majorca has been accused of a serious crime against a British tourist.
The young woman, who was enjoying her holiday, reportedly experienced a terrifying encounter with her cabbie.
After the ordeal, she was found abandoned by the side of the road, her clothing in tatters.
Emergency Call for Help
The distressing incident occurred in the early hours of September 15, between midnight and 1 AM.
The traumatized holidaymaker managed to call her parents, pleading with them to alert the police.
Local law enforcement officials responded quickly, finding her crying in an empty car park.
She was promptly taken to Son Espases Hospital in Palma, Majorca’s capital, for a medical examination.
Officers noted that both her dress and underwear were ripped when they arrived on the scene in the resort village of Camp de Mar.
Investigation Underway
Detectives from the Civil Guard wasted no time in launching an investigation.
They reviewed CCTV footage from Port d’Andratx, where the taxi driver had picked her up after she had dinner with her parents.
Initially questioned as a witness, the driver later became a suspect after his account of the events raised red flags.
Although he has not been formally arrested, he is facing a court summons and has already lost his job after the authorities informed the local taxi licensing council.
Contradictory Claims
The taxi driver has alleged that the woman was intoxicated and flirted with him during the ride back to her beach resort, which was approximately ten minutes from where he picked her up.
He claims he made an unscheduled stop in a car park but left when he noticed she was calling her parents after rejecting his advances.
Recent Similar Cases
This incident is part of a broader concern regarding the safety of tourists in Majorca.
Just last week, another troubling case emerged involving a British teenager who reported being raped and sexually assaulted.
Authorities have arrested a 26-year-old Romanian tourist and are investigating two local workers linked to separate incidents.
The young woman, staying in Menorca with her mother, returned to her hotel “barefoot and in her underwear,” alleging that she was targeted after a night out at a pub.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
As the investigation continues, both cases highlight the urgent need for measures to protect tourists and ensure their safety while traveling.
The legal proceedings for both incidents are ongoing, and authorities are working diligently to uncover the truth.