A 21-year-old man of Spanish nationality living in Cieza was arrested on suspicion of being involved in a stabbing incident during the Jumilla festivities, according to local authorities. The Civil Guard has confirmed the arrest and is continuing to investigate the events that unfolded at the fairground.
The suspect was observed at the fairground after the altercation and stands accused of stabbing three individuals. One victim, aged 26, was reported to be in serious condition and receiving hospital care. The other two victims, aged 23 and 25, suffered injuries described as minor and are currently recovering at home. Three people from Yecla, who had traveled to Jumilla to attend the festivities, were among those injured during the disturbances.
Emergency responders, including agents from Meritorious, Jumilla City Local Police, and three ambulances from the emergency services, transported the injured to hospitals in nearby towns such as Cieza and Yecla for treatment and evaluation.
Fights and punctures
The bloody confrontation during the Jumilla festivities resulted in three hospital admissions and has raised warnings about the risk of puncture-type injuries. Two young women, both 20 years old, filed criminal complaints at dawn, stating that they were attacked during the celebration within the region. Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding these incidents and the role of those involved, including the actions of the Armed Institute in the area.
The two women arrived at the emergency room on foot after experiencing a sharp sensation and a subsequent dizziness that required immediate medical assessment. Initial reports point to similar experiences of piercing injuries, but the exact method and assailant remain under investigation. After receiving initial care, both were transferred to Yecla Hospital for a comprehensive analysis aimed at detecting any substances in their systems. At the time of reporting, five women in the Murcia region have reported similar sensations during the summer festivities, underscoring a potential pattern that investigators are examining.
In the wake of these events, authorities are coordinating across regional and local services to assess safety measures for ongoing celebrations. The incident has prompted a closer look at crowd control, incident response times, and the distribution of medical resources to ensure rapid treatment for anyone affected. Local residents and festival organizers are urged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to the authorities as they continue their inquiries into the attacks and their possible motives.