Motorcyclist dies after hitting a tree in Palma

The accident occurred shortly after 12.30pm. The motorcyclist, who was from Andratx, took the Genova exit off the Via Cintura but went straight onto the roundabout.

Palma Police suspect he was travelling at such a speed that he was unable to take the roundabout properly. They have opened an investigation to clarify the cause.

Paramedics made efforts to resuscitate him but he died at the scene.