National Police Probe Into Deaths at Valencia Hotel
A mother and her son were found dead earlier today in a room at a prominent hotel in Valencia. The woman was 61 years old and the son, aged 25, is described as mentally disabled. The pair had checked into the hotel on Wednesday and had not been seen since then. The discovery came after hotel staff alerted authorities when concerns about their welfare escalated.
Officials reported that the bodies were located in the early afternoon on the seventh floor, in room 705. The staff’s warning prompted immediate action, and investigators arrived to secure the scene. Preliminary observations indicate that the son was found lying on the bed while the mother lay at the foot of the bed. Both individuals are identified as Colombian nationals. The scene within the room has since been sealed as a thorough examination begins.
Investigators are diligently pursuing several hypotheses. Among them are the possibility of a planned death by the son followed by the mother’s suicide, or an alternate sequence of events. Given the early stage of the inquiry, authorities have not ruled out any scenario and are prioritizing a comprehensive assessment of the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Forensic teams are conducting on-site analyses and collecting environmental samples to help determine the sequence of events. The next steps include a detailed review of the room and a broader inquiry into the couple’s recent activities, travel history, and living arrangements, including whether they resided in Valencia or elsewhere. The room has been cleared of visitors to preserve the integrity of the investigation.
The bodies will be transported to the Valencia Institute of Forensic Medicine for autopsies, where specialists will establish the precise causes of death. The forensic findings will play a critical role in guiding the direction of the investigation. Experts emphasize that autopsy results, combined with interviews from relatives or acquaintances, will be essential to establish a clear narrative of what occurred. The case is being handled by the National Police homicide division, and investigators are coordinating with local authorities and forensic scientists to finalize the timeline of events and confirm any contributing factors. [Attribution: Valencia National Police]
As the inquiry proceeds, authorities are requesting information from anyone who might have information about the victims’ residence or stay in Valencia. Officials stress that all credible tips will be evaluated, and statements from relatives or friends who may shed light on the victims’ circumstances will be considered in the ongoing assessment. The investigation will continue to focus on reconstructing the events leading up to the deaths, with cooperation from hotel staff and local witnesses expected to be pivotal in resolving the case. [Attribution: Valencia National Police]