Stabbing in Port d’Alcúdia: 49-year-old in custody

Serious injuries after attack in Port d’Alcúdia

On Friday evening, around 7:30 pm, residents along the coast of Port d’Alcúdia were awakened by screams. In an apartment near the promenade, a violent incident occurred: a 49-year-old woman was apparently wounded with a knife in the neck area and was admitted to a hospital. The injuries are described as serious but stable. (See Gravemente herida en Port d’Alcúdia: una vida en la isla que estalla tras puertas cerradas.)

Suspect brought before the investigating judge

The alleged perpetrator, also 49, was detained by the Guardia Civil later the same evening. After a brief appearance before the police, he was presented to the examining magistrate. There the accused refused to make any statement and was taken into custody pending investigation.

Police and public prosecutors have taken over the investigations. According to officials, inquiries focus initially on the sequence of events, motive, and the exact role of other persons – whether there were witnesses in the apartment or passers-by neighbors. Forensic investigations were on site for several hours.

Neighbors and mood on site

During my brief walk down the street on Saturday morning, the scent of the sea lingered, and the wind blew sharply from the bay. A corner café was unusually empty; regulars murmured that such incidents are rare here. 'You don\'t hear anything normal anymore when something like this happens', said a woman who has lived on the promenade for years. (Related local coverage has also reported on other violent incidents in Alcúdia: Alcúdia: ataque durante control de alcoholemia — Policía gravemente herido en el brazo.)

The relatives of the victims have been informed and are under care, according to the police. For victim protection reasons, names and further details are being withheld.

What is important now

The investigations continue. Witness statements, technical traces and medical reports are to clarify how the act occurred. The authorities urge the public not to spread speculation and to forward tips directly to the investigating authorities.

For residents for the time being: heightened vigilance, but no panic. Such cases are rare, but in small communities they are felt particularly strongly. The authorities emphasize that the arrest of the suspect was aimed at preventing further dangers from him.

If you saw something or can provide information, please contact the Guardia Civil in Alcúdia. Even the smallest observation can be important for the investigation.