Elche Local Police detained a couple after a mutual assault incident that involved both parties sustaining injuries. Officers were dispatched following a report from a woman who said she was attacked by her partner. Both individuals showed visible injuries and were detained on suspicion of mutual aggression at the scene.
The timeline traces back to December 2, when a Local Police patrol responded to a woman claiming she had been assaulted by her partner. The response was immediate, with on-site investigation and a careful assessment of the situation to ensure safety and gather initial facts.
That same day, two Local Police officers arrived and found the partner’s companion visibly distressed. The officers observed injuries on the arm and neck that appeared to result from a confrontation during an attempt by the suspected aggressor to claim belongings that did not belong to him. The incident prompted a careful examination of the sequence of events to determine responsibility and the nature of the aggression.
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According to the involved individual, on the morning of the incident they had informed their partner of the plan to take belongings and leave. The report described a heated reaction, including scratching and biting. The patrol confirmed injuries to the woman’s torso and back that were consistent with the claimed assault, and both parties were subjected to a preliminary assessment by medical personnel if present at the scene.
As a result, a man aged 46 and a woman aged 38 were taken into custody and transported to the police station for processing. An ongoing inquiry aimed to establish all circumstances surrounding the event and identify any additional charges that may be applicable as the investigation progresses.
Officials stressed the importance of reporting domestic violence and seeking safety for those affected. The incident illustrates the necessity of a prompt law enforcement response to protect victims, secure the scene, and enable investigators to collect evidence for the continuing case, ensuring accountability and safeguarding the community.
For record-keeping, authorities documented the preliminary findings related to injuries and arrests, with the information released to support public awareness and transparency about local policing actions.