Elche Local Police arrested a 54-year-old man after alleged abuse during a domestic incident that involved forceful actions toward his partner and an attempted exclusion from the home.
According to a press release issued by the City Council, officers were alerted to the situation when a young resident on Lepanto Street contacted authorities following an argument between the couple. The reporting youth described hearing a heated dispute that escalated inside the residence, ultimately drawing the attention of officers patrolling the area.
A witness account indicates that the quarrel began inside the home and, after leaving his room, the young observer found the father visibly injured with injuries to his face. Dispatch notes compiled by the responding officers describe the mother opening the door to the residence and discovering blood on the floor and in the woman’s hair, along with broken glass and scattered items. The father appeared distressed, his face marked by red and swollen tissue, and he reportedly exclaimed, “Take me away,” before attempting to calm the scene with the arriving agents.
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The mother reassured responders when she returned to the living space and recounted that the man had shoved her with considerable force. She also described a reflexive arm twist that left her partner on the ground and visibly injured. Witness statements indicated that the father tried to block the entry by placing furniture at the door, yet he could not complete the action and the barrier collapsed under the weight of the attempt.
Divorce
The woman added that a formal divorce filing had been submitted a few weeks earlier. She noted that this development appeared to trigger a rise in her partner’s alcohol consumption and use of cocaine, a combination she described as contributing to volatile behavior in the home. The couple’s dispute intensified as the home became the focal point of the confrontation, with authorities documenting aggressive outbursts and controlled attempts to deescalate the situation.
During the course of a joint meeting with law enforcement, the man allegedly attempted to secure the door from within the residence, effectively trapping those inside. The responders intervened, and one officer physically restrained the man to prevent further harm and to restore order to the scene. The intervention culminated in the man’s arrest and subsequent transport to a local police facility for processing.
In the aftermath of the events, officers conducted routine assessments, collected witness statements, and documented the conditions observed inside the home. The investigation continued with a focus on establishing the sequence of actions, the level of threat posed during the incident, and the appropriateness of the response by all parties involved. Authorities emphasize that domestic violence cases require careful handling to protect victims and ensure accountability for perpetrators.
Local officials remind residents that violent conduct within households is a serious crime, and that victims should seek help promptly through established channels. Community partners reiterate their commitment to providing safe spaces, access to counseling resources, and guidance on protective measures for individuals at risk. The police department also notes that ongoing investigations may yield additional details as agencies review evidence and interview relevant witnesses.