26-year-old falls from Atherton Balcony, in critical condition

A young man is in a critical condition after he fell from a balcony in Atherton late last night.

The accident happened around 11.30pm last night at a residence in Fifth Avenue, Atherton.

It is believed the 26-year-old man attempted to sit on the balcony rail when he lost balance and fell backwards. He hit a car below and then landed on the concrete driveway.

Atherton Police are investigating that incident.