In Valencia, a man, aged 52, was detained by national police this morning after a stabbing incident that left his wife gravely wounded. The events unfolded around 3:00 a.m. when the couple, sharing a home with the accused, were alerted by cries coming from the bedroom. Neighbors heard the distressed sounds and immediately contacted emergency services, prompting a rapid response from local authorities.
The woman, reported to be 49 years old, sustained severe bleeding and received on-site medical attention from the responding emergency team. She was then transported to La Fe Hospital in Valencia, initially placed in the intensive care unit, and later moved within the SAMU system for ongoing treatment. Medical staff reported that her condition, while stabilizing, remained serious at the time of transfer, necessitating continual monitoring and care.
Law enforcement officials have assumed leadership over the investigation. A specialized murder response unit has taken charge, with investigators examining whether there is a history of violence against women in the relationship and whether any protective orders had been previously issued. The alleged perpetrator from the Maritime Zone was swiftly arrested by National Police officers, who also recovered the kitchen knife believed to be the weapon used in the assault.
Initial findings indicate the woman suffered multiple stab wounds, including injuries to the chest and abdomen. Reports from medical personnel involved in the response noted that part of the blade had to be removed during surgery after the weapon fractured during the attack. The case has raised concerns about patterns of gender-based violence in the area and underscores the ongoing efforts by authorities to investigate, document, and prevent such acts. While officials have not released every detail of the case, the focus remains on ensuring the victim’s stability and pursuing all applicable legal avenues to address the incident with due diligence.