A 21 year-old man from Zurrieq, Justin Pace, died this afternoon after falling in the area known as Fuq il-Gibjun (Nigret) in his home town.
The police said the accident happened at 4pm.
The man, who was with friends, allegedly lost his balance, fell and hit his head. The police, however, said they were still investigating to establish the facts.
He was taken to Mater Dei Hospital where he died soon after.
An inquiry is being held.
Mr Pace was a keen enthusiast of feasts in Zurrieq as well as fireworks, and many tributes from his many friends were posted on his Facebook page.