Local Police in Orihuela have rescued two occupants from a vehicle that overturned following a serious road traffic collision in Punta Prima, on the Costa Blanca. The crash happened on Cala Dorada street, close to the N-332, in a busy area with shops, restaurants and a pedestrian footbridge.

Police said the forty-six-year-old driver lost control of the car on a straight section of road after becoming distracted. He later tested positive in a breathalyser test, recording 0.31 milligrams of alcohol per litre of breath.

The thirty-nine-year-old female passenger was injured in the crash and was taken to Torrevieja University Hospital for treatment. No other people were hurt, but several parked vehicles belonging to local residents were damaged.

The driver now faces a fine of 500 euros, the loss of four points from his driving licence and civil responsibility for the damage and injuries caused. In a statement on social media, Local Police reminded drivers: if you drink, do not drive.