Domestic Violence Incident in Madrid Vallecas: 22-Year-Old Arrested

A 22-year-old man was detained by Madrid Municipal Police after an incident that involved threats, an assault on his ex-wife, and the display of a pellet gun toward her in the presence of their shared three-year-old son in the Villa de Vallecas district. The confrontation escalated late in the evening, just before nine, on Monday, Christmas Day, at the victim’s residence on Castrillo de Aza Street. Police sources cited by EFE describe how the man returned to demand the removal of their three-year-old son, triggering a heated argument that immediately followed the couple’s breakup. The dispute quickly devolved into insults, physical pushes, and aggressive behavior, with the scene further complicated by the presence of another woman who was likely the man’s new partner. The accused allegedly pointed a pellet gun and a compressed air gun at the woman’s head, an act witnessed by everyone present and noted by those in the home. The victim, aged 23, managed to escape the dwelling and sought help from the authorities, assisted by the person who shared the apartment with her. The incident prompted an immediate police response to ensure the safety of the occupants and the involved minor, and to prevent any further harm. The assault and threats prompted the arrival of a patrol unit that confirmed the tense and potentially dangerous situation, including weapons within the residence. Based on the circumstances, officers decided to request reinforcements to handle the intervention with the minor present. The responders subsequently entered the home and took the 22-year-old man into custody on charges of threatening the ex-wife and using a weapon in the presence of a minor, with aggravation noted for sexist conduct. This case underscores concerns about domestic violence tied to gender, where violent behavior can escalate around shared custody arrangements and new relationship dynamics. Authorities are continuing investigations to determine the exact sequence of events and to assess any further risks to the victim and child, while legal processes proceed to address the charges arising from the incident.