In Ceuta this morning, a 16-year-old boy is reported to be in critical condition after a shocking incident near the Prince neighborhood. Police say a hooded man fled the scene, leaving a trail of questions in his wake as authorities begin to piece together what happened.
The events unfolded late last night when the youth was riding a small motorcycle near the exit of the Príncipe Alfonso area. Witnesses describe a tense moment as a figure wearing a hoodie emerged from a nearby cluster of trees and opened fire toward the moving motorcycle, startling the rider as the assailant disappeared into the darkness.
The rider was struck in the head, collapsing onto the roadway. A passing driver who happened to be in the vicinity stopped and, acting quickly, transported the injured teen to the University Hospital for urgent care. Medical teams immediately moved him to intensive care, where doctors report he remains in a critical condition and in need of life-saving measures to stabilize his condition.
Health authorities confirmed the seriousness of his injuries and noted the young victim’s vulnerability to potential complications as the night wore on. Police officials, working alongside prosecutors, have launched a full investigation aimed at identifying the shooter and uncovering the motives behind the incident. The pursuit includes reviewing surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, and tracing the movements of individuals in the area during the time of the shooting.
As the case unfolds, the local community is urged to stay vigilant and share any information that could assist investigators. The National Police have stressed the importance of cooperation as they work to establish a clear sequence of events and locate the person responsible for the violence. Updates will be provided as new facts emerge and the investigation progresses. This incident underscores ongoing concerns about safety in urban neighborhoods and the impact of violence on young people in the region, with authorities promising a thorough and transparent review to bring clarity to the circumstances surrounding the episode. The information is reported by Efe and other local sources to keep the public informed while the investigation continues.