An eight-year-old girl helped summon help when her mother was attacked by a man who was her romantic partner. The assailant tried to strangle the woman, and the incident took place in the capital city of Malaga. In a decisive moment, the child managed to open the door of the home where the suspect had locked himself with the victim and the girl, allowing authorities to reach the scene and detain the man. (Malaga Local Police)
Local police in Malaga confirmed that the events unfolded on the evening of October 3. Neighbors played a crucial role, assisting in resolving the emergency alongside the door-opening act performed by the child. The rapid involvement of nearby residents helped ensure a quick police response and the subsequent arrest of the suspect. (Malaga Local Police)
A nearby neighbor who witnessed the disturbance immediately went to the Local Police Station to report the aggression near the residence, contributing to the timely mobilization of officers. The victim’s daughter also contacted emergency services by dialing 091, triggering the coordinated response that followed. (Malaga Local Police)
When agents arrived, they found the alleged aggressor tightly held up inside the home with the victim and the child. They described seeing the scene through the house’s barriers as the suspect attempted to harm the woman, wrapping hands around her neck and pressing down with his chest. The girl’s decision to open the door ultimately enabled police to intervene, leading to the suspect’s arrest. (Malaga Local Police)
Initial examinations and statements indicate that the individuals involved were not previously acquainted; the assailant and the victim did not share a prior relationship before this incident. The suspect reportedly travels between countries, with connections to both Morocco and France, and had been visiting Malaga to spend time with his partner. (Malaga Local Police)
The woman had previously discussed her relationship with the suspect with the authorities, noting that she had decided to continue the relationship despite periods of tension. She described how violence began in their interactions, including an incident where the attacker demanded money for shopping and threatened her with a knife when she could not provide it. These details contribute to the understanding of the escalation that culminated in the assault. (Malaga Local Police)