Mossos d’Esquadra officers arrested a 69-year-old man on Monday morning in connection with the death of his 88-year-old partner, as authorities moved quickly to secure the scene in Santa Perpètua de Mogoda, a town in the Vallès Occidental region near Barcelona.
The events unfolded in the early hours after a body was discovered at approximately 06:43. The victim, an elderly woman, was found inside a residence on Mossèn Jacint Verdaguer street. The discovery set off an immediate response from emergency services and law enforcement who arrived promptly to assess the situation and manage the scene. The initial findings indicated violence, prompting a thorough examination of the interior by officers and investigators at the site. (Source: Mossos d’Esquadra)
According to authorities, the man who lived at the residence was the person who contacted emergency services. He communicated a report that triggered warnings to the 112 system, and subsequently he was taken into custody on suspicion of having carried out the killing. The initial phone call by the suspect is a crucial element that directed responders to the location and initiated the investigative process that continues to unfold. (Source: Mossos d’Esquadra)
Police teams on duty were dispatched to the address and began securing the area, coordinating with other units to preserve potential evidence. The arrest was carried out on-site as officers ensured the security of witnesses and preserved the integrity of the crime scene for later forensic work. The work at the residence included a careful search for weapons or items tied to the incident, along with a preliminary interview of nearby residents and any individuals who might have information relevant to the case. (Source: Mossos d’Esquadra)
The Criminal Investigation Division assumed responsibility for the ongoing inquiry to determine the exact sequence of events and the circumstances surrounding the death. Investigators are compiling testimonies, reviewing surveillance possibilities, and analyzing physical evidence recovered from the scene. The investigation aims to clarify the relationship between the individuals involved, establish a timeline, and identify any possible motives. Authorities have not released a final public statement detailing the motive or the complete set of circumstances, emphasizing that the case remains under active investigation. (Source: Mossos d’Esquadra)