Mossos d’Esquadra took action this Wednesday after a 34-year-old trans woman was apprehended in Barcelona following a stabbing incident directed at a City Police officer. The encounter occurred around 11 a.m. as the officer paused during a routine moment in Montjuïc. The officer sustained injuries to the back and hip areas and was transported to a hospital for evaluation in the emergency department. At this time, the prognosis is guarded but stable, according to initial medical updates.
Police sources indicate that the officer survived the assault despite the stab wounds. The command center activated the joint operation involving Mossos d’Esquadra and Urbana agents, who were able to provide a description of the suspect on Lleida street. The suspect was located and arrested around midday, following the description provided by the responding units. The investigation continues as authorities piece together the sequence of events and identify any contributing factors.
Reports describe the assailant as a long-time employee at the center where the incident unfolded. While approaching Poble Espanyol during a break, the individual launched a sudden attack without verbal communication. Various sources note that the suspect may have been dealing with mental health challenges alongside other personal health issues. Officials emphasize that the case remains under careful review as investigators gather additional evidence and statements from witnesses and medical personnel. [Citation: Mossos d’Esquadra press briefings and on-scene reports]