Authorities in Alicante report a violent sequence tied to a case of assault and threats that culminated in a dramatic escape across multiple floors of a building on Calle Italia. The incident centers on a man who, five years after being accused of rape, resurfaced in the same building with renewed aggression. Police sources say he previously entered the victim’s room in 2017, an assault that resulted in charges and a period of imprisonment. During that earlier event, the man allegedly recorded the confrontation to share with friends, which contributed to the severity of the case and the subsequent legal actions.
On Saturday, after the restraining order had been issued and the man had completed a period of incarceration, the victim reported being confronted by him in an apparent bid for reconciliation. She reportedly refused his advances, and the man allegedly threatened her. The police say this confrontation occurred in broad daylight, further elevating concerns about the safety of the victim and the potential for renewed violence.
Shortly after, in the early hours of Sunday, the man is accused of returning to the victim’s home with the intent to end her life. The events unfolded while the victim was at home with a friend for dinner on the ninth floor. Neighbors heard a loud disturbance and the sound of a confrontation in the hallway. Witnesses describe a chaotic moment when the intruder appeared in the doorway, shouting, and a struggle ensued that prompted the friend and others in the building to intervene.
When officers arrived at the scene, they found the building perimeter secured and the victim shaken but safe. The assailant had already left through a window and attempted to move through adjacent buildings in an effort to evade capture. He continued moving across multiple floors, targeting the area around the victim’s residence, before an active police intervention halted the pursuit.
Following the arrest, investigators confirmed that the man had recently been released from custody and was under a restraining order designed to keep him away from the victim. Police sources indicate that his intention had been to reinitiate contact and threaten the victim, actions that prompted the swift response from law enforcement and the protective measures in place for the survivor. The case underscores ongoing concerns about the safety of survivors in lingering, high-stress situations, and the authorities continue to review surveillance footage and corroborate testimonies from those present during the events.
In the aftermath, investigators stressed that the victim remains under support and protection while the legal process moves forward. The community is reminded to stay vigilant and to report any new threats immediately to the National Police or emergency services. The case has drawn attention to the importance of stalking and harassment prevention, the effectiveness of restraining orders, and the need for timely enforcement by authorities when prior crimes intersect with renewed threats to personal safety. The police reaffirmed their commitment to pursuing justice while ensuring the well-being of survivors and bystanders who witnessed the incidents.