In Cartagena, a man was stabbed on Friday night near a burger restaurant located close to a shopping center. At this time, no arrests had been reported. A spokesperson for the local authorities confirmed that the injured man underwent emergency surgery and remained stable, despite the seriousness of the injuries.
The incident unfolded around eleven o’clock at night when a staff member at a nearby fast-food spot observed two individuals inside the building engaged in a confrontation. Another person attempted to intervene, and at a crucial moment the victim collapsed to the floor.
Several calls to emergency services, including 112, described a medical emergency requiring immediate attention for a severe abdominal wound and a potential loss of blood. A nurse at the scene confirmed the gravity of the situation and worked to stabilize the victim as quickly as possible, according to 112’s public communications.
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Local and national police teams, along with health emergency services and the Mobile Emergency Unit 061, responded promptly and transported the injured person to a hospital for further treatment.
Officers from Cartagena arrived within minutes of the incident, patrolling a neighborhood known for its previous unrest and frequent police activity. The area, located only about a hundred meters from the scene, has been the focus of numerous patrols and prior operations.
Investigators are examining security camera footage from the surrounding vicinity to identify suspects, determine the sequence of events, and locate those responsible for the stabbing. authorities are pursuing every lead to bring those involved to justice.