Two people were injured in a road accident in St Julian's late on Sunday night after the driver lost control of his vehicle and crashed into an light pole.

Police said the driver, a 38-year old man from Pakistan, was seriously injured in the crash while the passenger, a 28-year old woman from Mauritania, was grievously hurt.

The accident occurred at 1.30am in Triq Sant'Andrija and the pair were taken to Mater Dei Hospital for treatment.

Magistrate Marse-Ann Farrugia has ordered an inquiry. Police investigations are ongoing.

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