A 29-year-old construction worker from Tarxien is in danger of dying from injuries caused when the roof of a residence in Swieqi collapsed, the police said.

The incident happened this morning as the worker and another man from Birkirkara were working on the building.

The roof collapse brought down a lower ceiling.

The two men were assisted by a medical team from Mater Dei Hospital. Officials from the Occupational Health and Safety Unit also went on site.

Magistrate Antonio Mizzi is holding an inquiry.

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