British man survives hail of bullets hitting his car and is ‘out of danger’ at Costa Blanca hospital

The 32-year-old British man who was shot three times in his car while driving on the Orihuela Costa is recuperating in Torrevieja Hospital.

The vehicle was reportedly hit by up to 15 bullets in an underground car park on Calle Cabo de Gata in Lomas de Cabo Roig.

The Guardia Civil search for the assailant.

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The victim is said to be ‘out of danger’ following Thursday’s attack at around 10pm but remains in a serious condition in Torrevieja Hospital’s ICU.

He was hit in the left elbow and chest.

He was able get out of the car, ask for help and be taken to Torrevieja Hospital by a neighbor.

The motive of the attack has not been revealed yet.

Orihuela Policia Local and Guardia Civil officers of Torrevieja, Pilar de la Horadada and Torrevieja attended the scene.

The victim was already at the hospital when they arrived.

The Olive Press offers Costa Blanca News.