The National Police reported the arrest of a 40-year-old man in Burjassot, Valencia, on a Friday night following multiple allegations of violence and threats connected to former relationships. Authorities indicated that a search warrant had been executed amid ongoing concerns of mistreatment, and the suspect was taken into custody after an incident that left him injured and his former partner shaken. The man was later charged with mistreatment of his ex-wife as well. A police spokesperson noted that the suspect had openly threatened his former partner, expressing intent to retaliate, which added to the urgency of the intervention. This information is based on official statements from law enforcement with documented details of the case [Source: Policía Nacional].
The events unfolded around 11 p.m. when officers received a tip about a man displaying aggressive behavior at the residence of his former partner in Burjassot. Responding promptly, the police referenced prior episodes at the same address, including a previous intervention over threats and mistreatment and the existence of a search order targeting the suspect. Upon arrival, officers observed signs of a violent confrontation and moved quickly to secure the scene [Source: Policía Nacional].
Officers reported that one of the occupants appeared with significant facial and body injuries, accompanied by damaged property in the vicinity, including broken windows at the farmhouse gate. The suspect sustained multiple superficial and deeper cuts, including a wound to the chest, which required hospitalization. Initial assessments suggested that the injuries may have resulted from a confrontational encounter at the entry of the home, though ongoing investigations were expected to determine the exact sequence of events [Source: Policía Nacional].
Authorities determined that the detainee had previously been assaulted at the entrance of the residence by the brother of his former partner. The assailant reportedly used a hammer in the confrontation, followed by stabbing blows that caused injuries distributed to several parts of the body. Afterward, the attacker fled the scene, and the victim received medical attention. The investigation continued to establish responsibility and motive while authorities pursued leads related to the broader pattern of threats and violence connected to the relationship [Source: Policía Nacional].
The following day, police identified and arrested another individual linked to the case as a suspect in attempted murder. The group of those detained had no prior criminal history reported at the time of transfer to the courthouse, while the injured party remained in police custody, receiving treatment in a hospital ward as investigators gathered additional evidence and prepared for potential court proceedings [Source: Policía Nacional].