Incident at the Albohera hotel in San Javier, Spain
The hotel owner in San Javier, part of the Albohera group, faced a violent confrontation when a thief entered the workplace with a knife. The intruder threatened the owner’s father, prompting a defensive response from the hotelier. He described the moment by saying the assailant held a knife, asked for money, and that his father intervened, placing the knife at the elder man’s neck before the owner acted to protect them both.
Two individuals reportedly entered the premises, with one suspect covering their face with a ski mask. Witnesses say the owner, reacting to the attack on his father, moved quickly, grabbing an improvised tool and turning to confront the attacker. He recounted that the assailant began striking as the owner advanced from behind, attempting to intercede in the assault.
As the situation escalated, bystanders flooded into the hotel, believing a fight was underway. The owner admitted firing a shot, stating the response was a reflexive act to stop the threat and to protect those present. He added that the assailant collapsed on the ground, leaving a pool of blood behind.
The incident attracted attention on social media, with clips circulating that show a hotel owner describing the events and the claim of the weapon being used against him. The owner emphasized that his father was unharmed and that he would face any consequences head-on, noting that police were informed and that a formal investigation would follow. The local Civil Guard has since taken control of the case and is reviewing the events and available evidence at the time of reporting.
The second hotel involved is in a nearby coastal town. The same offenders reportedly attempted another break-in, but the operation was thwarted. The hotel manager stated there were no available rooms at the time, and the intruders were warned to leave, while a ski-masked suspect risked recognition on camera. The manager also pointed out that the suspects were captured on video and warned them to exit so authorities could be alerted. The footage, along with other security records, is being examined by investigators to identify the suspects and pursue legal action.
Footage from both locations shows at least one suspect with a visible face and another fully hooded. Investigators believe the material will help pinpoint the individuals responsible and bring them to justice. The hotel owner recalled that the incident occurred in the early hours, explaining that a car had been stolen in San Javier about a half hour earlier, and the suspects were traveling toward Cartagena. This was described as the first such incident at this particular establishment, though the other hotel reported multiple attempts on different occasions. The owner summarized the events as a warning to would-be thieves, noting that after such acts, rooms were closed and access restricted to protect guests and staff.