The scene outside a Murcia venue left a family grappling with shock and a long road to recovery. Iván, a 37-year-old man, slipped into a coma after a brutal assault that occurred as he stood near a car following the closing moments of the rock band Marea’s latest concert. Two individuals from Cartagena were arrested in connection with the incident. Witnesses identified them, and their cases are unfolding in court. One suspect remains in temporary detention, while the other is free on charges. The family of the victim is resolute: they want both assailants behind bars.
On Tuesday, the lawyer representing Iván and his family, Pedro López Graña, held a press conference in Murcia to provide updates. The gathering was attended by Iván’s mother Gloria, his brother Joaquín, and a neighbor who has watched Iván’s condition closely as he remains in hospital. The person who recently emerged from the coma, and who was with friends at the venue, described the uncertain neurological future ahead. López Graña cautioned that the full extent of Iván’s recovery will depend on medical developments, and he noted the emotional and physical toll the attack has taken on the family. This case remains fluid, with medical evaluations continuing to shape the family’s expectations.
The violence unfolded late on Sunday, October 1, in the parking area near Carrefour Infante, where Iván and his group had parked after the concert. Reports indicate that Iván was simply leaning against a red car and eating a sandwich when the confrontation began. The car belonged to a friend of one of the aggressors, and the initial escalation appeared to be sparked by a man wearing a black T-shirt who started his car with the intent to strike Iván. Colleagues on the scene attempted to intervene and stop the escalation. A second assailant, described as wearing white and arriving in a van, moved in and blocked Iván’s path. Iván went to his own vehicle, and the confrontation intensified as the white-clad assailant struck him. A bystander urged the aggressors to stop, but the violence continued until the attackers fled, leaving Iván on the ground. Responders arrived and began medical care immediately, as witnesses explained to López Graña’s team.
Paramedics arrived promptly and transported Iván to Reina Sofía Hospital in Murcia, where he was treated for serious injuries tied to the attack. Because of proximity and the severity of the condition, he was later moved to the Virgen de la Arrixaca hospital for emergency surgery. Iván remained in a coma for nearly three and a half weeks, and he continues to be hospitalized as his family holds out hope for progress toward recovery. Family members express a steady commitment to remain by his side throughout the healing process, relying on the care of medical professionals and the unwavering support of loved ones. The situation has left them seeking accountability for the assault while navigating the emotional aftermath of such a traumatic event.
Let it be as usual
The incident nearly cost Iván his life, a fact that has shaken relatives to their core. Gloria, Iván’s mother, speaks with a blend of determination and tenderness as she describes her son’s condition and the family’s hopes for improvement. She vows that Iván will regain his vitality and return to the life he had before the attack. In a moment charged with emotion, she shared that her sole wish is for her son to recover fully and reclaim the life he once enjoyed — a life defined by resilience, friendship, and gratitude. She spoke openly about the dream that Iván will rejoin his circle of friends and resume his roles in daily life, with strength and gratitude guiding every step. The family’s resolve shines through as they press for a just outcome in Iván’s case.
Gloria has chosen to devote every moment to Iván, staying by his bedside since his arrival at the intensive care unit. She describes speaking softly to him to ease his mind and reassure him that everything possible is being done. The family’s message to Iván centers on comfort, assurance, and unwavering support. They emphasize that their purpose now is simply to stand with him, through the hospital halls and into the long road of recovery. Their hope remains that justice will be served for Iván and others who may be affected by acts of violence. The family’s stance is clear: they want accountability for the assault and a safer community for everyone.
Joaquín, Iván’s brother, adds that it is painful to see people go about their daily lives as if nothing happened while Iván endures the consequences of a senseless act. He stresses that the assault could have harmed a stranger, illustrating the random and devastating nature of the violence. His comments underscore the broader concern for public safety in the wake of the incident and the community’s demand for answers. The family and their representatives remain focused on Iván’s medical status and the ongoing legal process, hoping both will lead to healing and justice.