Police in Ibiza arrested a man on Saturday, March 2, suspected of committing domestic violence. According to a police statement, the incident began on February 29 around 00:20 hours when a woman reported the case at the UFAM investigation unit of the National Police. The report outlined a troubling sequence of events that prompted the complaint and subsequent action by authorities.
The woman said her former partner had attempted to set on fire the boat where she had been socializing with a friend. Witnesses observed smoke on a portion of the vessel and managed to extinguish the flames with a fire extinguisher. The complainant claimed the fire was started by an object thrown onto the boat’s deck, which led her to seek help from the police.
Following the incident, the victim received messages from her ex-partner that referenced the attempted arson, prompting her to file a formal complaint at the police station. These messages were part of a broader pattern of intimidation and coercive behavior that the authorities later documented as part of the case.
Aggravated physical and psychological abuse
The victim described a long history of physical and psychological abuse endured during the relationship with her ex-partner, from whom she had recently separated. She reported receiving as many as 100 messages per day from the accused, illustrating a sustained pattern of harassment and coercion.
After completing the necessary procedures, officers from the Citizen Security Brigade of the National Police in Ibiza arrested the alleged perpetrator on the previous Saturday at around 19:00 hours in a area near the Ibiza port. The arrest followed the reporting of the alleged crimes of domestic violence and was conducted in collaboration with local policing resources and investigators.
The case demonstrates how authorities respond to incidents that combine threats, intimidation, and attempts to inflict harm on someone within a domestic context. It also highlights the role of modern investigative units in documenting corroborating evidence and moving quickly to detain suspects who threaten victims and the public peace.
Contact and support resources
Victims of gender-based violence and their networks can seek help through several active resources available around the clock. Assistance is provided through a dedicated helpline, a secure email channel, and a discreet messaging service. At times of immediate danger, dialing emergency numbers is advised, with priority given to the general emergency number and police or civil guard hotlines. When available, safety apps that share location data with authorities can also provide swift alerts to responders in high-risk situations.
In crisis scenarios, calling the national emergency line is the fastest path to assistance. If on-site responders are not reachable, victims are encouraged to use associated emergency contacts and digital tools to summon aid and ensure their safety. These measures aim to empower individuals to seek help promptly and to connect with trained professionals who can offer protection and guidance.
Support services and resources are designed to adapt to each person’s unique circumstances, helping survivors navigate legal processes, access shelter when needed, and obtain ongoing protection orders. The overarching goal is to reduce risk, promote safety, and encourage reporting without fear of reprisal.