In early September, authorities reported a large disturbance during a festive event in the town of Sanet y Negrals, located in the Marina Alta region. The Civil Guard arrested five individuals and opened inquiries into four others, with minors among those affected. This incident unfolded amid the town’s communal celebrations for its patron saint and drew a swift response from local law enforcement. Source: Civil Guard
The significant altercation occurred in the early hours of September 4, during a public mobile disco held at the municipality as part of the patron saint festivities. The nightlife setting, crowded with attendees, became the backdrop for a confrontation that drew attention from nearby communities. Several men from different towns within Marina Alta became involved, turning what began as a celebration into a scene of unrest. Source: Civil Guard
200 people
Witnesses estimated that the venue hosted more than 200 revelers when tensions escalated. The Civil Guard reported that groups from various towns collided, driven by an existing rivalry that flared into a large-scale conflict. This clash led to multiple injuries, with the most serious cases resulting from the use of a sharp object and a bottle that struck one of the injured parties. The rapid mobilization of authorities helped to secure the area and prevent further harm. Source: Civil Guard
The incident prompted numerous 112 Emergency calls. Civil Guard patrols were dispatched promptly to the scene, and an investigation was launched that culminated in arrests by the end of September. Authorities documented the sequence of events and began gathering testimonies and evidence to establish accountability for those involved. Source: Civil Guard
15 to 24 years old
The research division at El Verger Civil Guard Post conducted interviews and collected evidence that led to the arrest of five individuals, four of whom were minors. An additional inquiry targeted four other persons, three of whom were also minors. All detainees and those under investigation were identified as Spanish nationals aged between 15 and 24. Source: Civil Guard
The Civil Guard classified the injuries as offenses depending on their severity and the degree of involvement of each person in the incident. They also urged the public to report criminal acts promptly and advised anyone who sustains injuries to seek medical attention immediately to document the injuries and preserve evidence. Source: Civil Guard