A 58-year-old man of South American descent sustained serious injuries this morning after a confrontation at a bar in Fuenlabrada. He received two stabbing wounds and required urgent medical attention. A spokesman for the Madrid High Police Station confirmed the incident to Europa Press while noting that the alleged motive involved a claim of phone theft.
The altercation occurred at a bar located at number 4 Nazareth Street around 1:40 a.m. on Monday. Witnesses said the dispute began when one person accused the other of stealing a mobile device. In a disturbing turn, the accused individual reportedly left the bar, went home, and later returned to the workplace with a knife concealed on his clothing. He then attacked his opponent and fled the scene before help could arrive.
The injured man was found with two severe stab wounds to the chest and abdomen. Summa 112 paramedics were summoned and transported him to the 12 de Octubre Hospital in Madrid, where medical staff reported he remained in critical condition. A Madrid Emergency Society spokesperson told Europa Press that the man’s life is not believed to be in immediate danger, though his condition remained serious at the time of treatment.
Local and national police officers responded quickly to the scene and took charge of the investigation. Authorities conducted interviews with witnesses and indicated they would speak with the victim once his hospital procedure allows. Investigators are actively seeking the person responsible for the attack and are pursuing leads across the region to locate the suspect. The investigation continues as police work to determine the events that led to the stabbing and to corroborate the timeline presented by those involved.
Officials emphasise that bar patrons should remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to law enforcement. The incident underscores the importance of timely emergency response and the critical role of hospital trauma teams in stabilizing patients after violent assaults. Community members are encouraged to share any information that could assist investigators in bringing those responsible to account. As this case unfolds, authorities promise to provide updates as new details become available to the public.