A 56-year-old man was detained by the Ertzaintza in the town of Erandio, Biscayan, after authorities say he killed his brother during a heated dispute inside their home. The security forces confirmed the incident and began a formal investigation into the fatal confrontation, which unfolded late on a Saturday evening.
According to police reports, the altercation occurred in a room within the building just before 11:00 p.m., ending in the death of the 57-year-old man who was found at the scene. Investigators are carefully reconstructing the sequence of events to determine how the argument escalated into lethal violence between the two siblings.
Officers from the Basque Police quickly responded to the residence, securing the area and ensuring the safety of any potential witnesses. They initiated a homicide inquiry and took the suspect into custody at the scene, where he remained under careful supervision as part of the standard procedures that accompany such cases.
The detainee is currently in police custody while authorities complete the initial phase of the investigation, including collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing any available surveillance footage. The authorities have stated that the case will proceed through the appropriate judicial channels once preliminary steps are concluded.
Ertzaintza continues to oversee the investigation, aiming to clarify all aspects of the incident and its underlying factors. Law enforcement officials are coordinating with forensic specialists and other relevant agencies to ensure a thorough and transparent review of the events that led to the tragedy.
Following the completion of legal proceedings, the victim will be transported to the Bilbao Forensic Pathology Service for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death and to support the ongoing inquiry with medical findings. The forensic examination is an essential part of establishing the facts and will be conducted in accordance with established procedures to preserve the integrity of the investigation.