hooded assassin
A deadly shooting unfolded on a Madrid playground when a hooded figure, wearing a black mask and a dark jacket, opened fire on 15-year-old William and another companion. Witnesses reported the killer shouted a violent taunt before fleeing toward the San Cristóbal subway entrance. Police describe the suspect as possibly underage and wearing dark clothing; rumors connect the killer to the red sneakers favored by the rival Dominican Play gang. The incident has been confirmed by investigators and reported by CASO ABIERTO, the investigations channel of Prensa Ibérica, which has been tracing the events surrounding this case.
The attack marks the latest escalation in a violent feud between two prominent Latino street groups in Madrid. Several gun-related incidents have occurred in Villaverde, a neighborhood with parks, basketball courts, and abandoned buildings where gang activity is intensifying. Authorities say the victim and several companions were near the family home when the shooting occurred, highlighting the permeable border between daily life and gang violence in the area. Police sources note that the immediate aftermath involved streets that remained tense as residents tried to understand the motive and identify the suspect.
with a gun
This is the first homicide in Madrid directly linked to Latino gang activity involving firearms this year, marking a new level of danger for investigators. Earlier incidents in the city had involved bladed weapons rather than guns. In February, a 15-year-old named Jaime Guerrero, known as Pepe, was killed by a DDP member on Atocha Street in what is believed to be retaliation for leaving the group. In response, Trinidadian supporters allegedly killed 18-year-old Alejandro Carmona, known as El Pérez, in April, accusing him of Pepe’s murder. The evolving use of firearms signals a significant shift in the gang conflict and in the public safety measures being considered by authorities.
13 year old gang members
Two rival factions emerged in Madrid that trace roots back to groups formed in the Dominican Republic. A striking number of members have obtained Spanish citizenship, and a troubling majority are under the age of 15. The average age of active gang members has dropped to around 13 or 14, with the youngest known arrestee in Madrid being only 11 years old in 2022. The post-pandemic period has seen both groups expand their reach, recruiting from parks, schools, and social media platforms like Instagram. The Dominican Play uses the number 3 and the color red to symbolize its faction, while the Trinitarians favor the number 7 and the color green. Conflicts have previously involved machetes and knives, but recent days have seen the introduction of firearms into the rivalry, exacerbating street violence and endangering local residents. The pattern of attacks suggests a broader, ongoing feud that affects neighborhoods across Madrid and prompts renewed emphasis on youth intervention and community safety measures. The information presented here reflects ongoing police and press investigations and is attributed to law enforcement sources and regional reporting bodies. Public safety officials continue to monitor the situation and consider strategies to prevent further escalation.