{“title”:”Shooting Incident in Argamasilla de Calatrava: Multiple Injuries and Ongoing Investigation”}

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An incident in a rural area left several people injured, including a local police agent, a Civil Guard member, and an elderly man who is the attacker’s father. all were transported to Puertollano Hospital for treatment.

According to the Government Sub-Delegation, the shooting occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday during a family dispute between the suspect and his father at a chalet on the outskirts of Argamasilla de Calatrava, near the CR-4116 highway that links this town with Villamayor de Santiago. A 50-year-old man reportedly barricaded himself and fired at anyone who passed by near the property.

Health authorities reported that the attacker’s father sustained a minor head injury and bruising. He remained conscious and under observation, with no life-threatening condition noted.

In addition, a Civil Guard officer was shot in the leg and required surgical intervention. The officer remained conscious and was not in immediate danger.

The third person wounded was a Local Police officer from Argamasilla de Calatrava, struck in the abdomen and scheduled for surgery. He was reported to be in a stable condition.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the timeline of events and the motives behind the family dispute. Investigative teams coordinated with local and national police to secure the scene and provide support to those affected. The hospital has been activated to manage the medical needs of the injured and to monitor their progression through recovery. The situation remains under review by the regional security services, with updates expected as more information becomes available. [Source: Government Sub-Delegation; health services communications; local police reports]

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