Police reports described an incident at a neighborhood mini market located near a busy roundabout, occurring on October 9, a Friday. A man entered the store with a visibly open face and, after appearing interested in purchasing candy, suddenly attacked a saleswoman from behind, wielding an iron bar that had been concealed under a jacket. The assault was brutal, and the woman was struck multiple times in what witnesses described as a merciless attack, according to law enforcement sources.
During the violence, the clerk managed to defend herself and escape with her own efforts, while the attacker departed the shop carrying a box. The location is situated in a lively district known for a high concentration of bars and entertainment venues, contributing to the high foot traffic at the time of the incident.
Video footage captured by the establishment’s security cameras shows the sequence of events and is circulating on social media. Investigators are reviewing the material to determine the exact moment the assault began and the events that followed.
The suspect was later apprehended in the city of Elda and remains in custody while awaiting police custody procedures and a hearing before a judge. Local municipal communications confirm that the victim was transported to Virgen de la Salud Hospital in Elda after sustaining a head fracture, with hospital officials providing updates on the patient’s condition as the case progressed.
Authorities have not disclosed whether other items were taken and are continuing to piece together the timeline and motive behind the attack. Investigators emphasize the importance of community cooperation, especially from witnesses who recorded the incident on smartphones or observed the suspect in the immediate aftermath. Ongoing inquiries aim to determine whether similar assaults have been reported in nearby districts and to assess any potential links to broader patterns of street violence in the area.
Officials remind residents to exercise caution in crowded commercial zones and to report suspicious activity promptly. The case remains under active investigation, with police seeking additional information from the public to support the legal process and ensure accountability for the violence observed at the market on that Friday afternoon.