A 45-year-old woman was found injured in a bar on a street in Bilbao, an incident that investigators are treating as a potential case of gender-related violence. The deceased woman was located inside a building associated with the Hilargi hotel business this morning.
According to reports obtained by DEIA, the alleged perpetrator has already been detained and is currently in police custody. Initial steps in the case were taken by the Municipal Police, with the Ertzaintza taking charge of the ongoing investigation.
Neighbors described the couple who ran the establishment where the body was found as having only operated the venue briefly. They suggested that the man may have attacked the woman with a stabbing last night, left her at the bar, and then went home to sleep. The authorities were alerted to the incident on Wednesday, after which the municipal police began their inquiry.
At approximately 9:00 a.m., when local and regional officers arrived at the hotel room, a nearby tobacco shop owner reported seeing the alleged suspect exit the building during that time. The individual was taken into custody by officers on the scene, and the coordination with other agencies followed immediately, with the man appearing calm at the moment of arrest, according to witnesses and police reports.
By around 11:00 a.m., medical personnel and a forensic team had arrived at the location to confirm the victim’s death and to continue with the process of removing the body. The body was subsequently transported to the Bilbao Forensic Anatomical Institute for examination as part of the ongoing investigation.
Investigators are compiling timelines and reviewing surveillance footage, witness statements, and scene evidence to establish a clear sequence of events. Police sources emphasize that inquiries are focused on understanding the relationship between the individuals involved, the motive, and any potential premeditation that could underlie the alleged crime. The case has drawn attention from residents and local authorities alike as it unfolds under close media scrutiny and public concern regarding violence against women.
As the investigation proceeds, officials are urging anyone with information to come forward, while ensuring that the privacy and safety of those affected are respected. The case highlights ongoing conversations about violence against women and the important role of community vigilance in reporting suspicious behavior. With officers maintaining a careful, methodical approach, further updates will be issued by the authorities as new facts come to light.