A serious domestic violence incident near Madrid prompted a coordinated response from the Civil Guard and local police in Las Rozas, leading to the detention of a 42-year-old man on suspicion of assaulting his wife. The 41-year-old partner sustained a minor shoulder injury during the confrontation, and emergency responders arrived promptly along with law enforcement officers to secure the scene and provide medical care.
Authorities from Madrid Command of the national aggressor unit confirmed on Wednesday that the suspect was arrested the previous day, three days after the incident, and remains in temporary detention as investigators assemble a full account of the events and seek to understand the motives behind them.
The incident unfolded at a residence on Martín Iriarte Street in the Las Matas urbanization, a short distance from central Madrid. Initial inquiries point to a dispute that intensified after the accused spent the prior night socializing in the Torrelodones area, setting the stage for a violent clash in the morning hours.
During the confrontation, the alleged aggressor produced a .22 caliber handgun and fired a shot as his partner attempted to secure herself in a room of the building. The woman, identified as Spanish, managed to move to a safer space, briefly freeing herself before retreating and locking the door to shield herself from further harm.
Moments after the initial exchange, the assailant fired through the door, striking the victim in the shoulder. The bullet traveled at a reduced speed but inflicted an injury that required medical assessment. Summa 112 medical teams arrived at the scene, delivered first aid, and transported the injured woman to Puerta de Hierro Hospital in Majadahonda. She was admitted in stable condition for treatment and monitoring.
With the partner having previously escaped the scene, authorities launched a rapid investigation to confirm her safety and whereabouts and to identify any potential threats she may face. A robust joint operation involving the Civil Guard and Local Police extended across the municipality, intensifying over the weekend and culminating in the Tuesday arrest of the man suspected of responsibility for the assault.
In another line of inquiry conducted at the suspect’s residence, investigators recovered evidence of illegal activity, including a marijuana cultivation setup and approximately 1.2 kilograms of plant material. This discovery is being examined as part of the broader case concerning criminal behavior associated with the individual in question.
The individual now faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, family maltreatment, illegal possession of weapons, neglect of charity, and offenses related to public health. Ongoing inquiries aim to corroborate details and determine the full scope of alleged crimes, with authorities reviewing additional indicators and potential accomplices as part of the broader investigation.