A young participant was reportedly arrested following a violent incident on a school sports field near Cotilla Towers. During a football match between two youth teams, a dispute escalated and culminated in a stabbing. The individual who allegedly inflicted the injury was detained and later transferred to a secure juvenile facility after processing at the Juvenile Prosecutor’s Office, according to a press release from the Civil Guard.
The events unfolded on the same day, with several players from both sides accused of engaging in aggressive behavior as tensions rose over disagreements during play. At one point, an opponent from the other team reportedly produced a knife from a concealed bag and stabbed a peer in the back. The wounded player was promptly transported to a local hospital for treatment, identified as Morales Meseguer in Murcia, while medical staff assessed his condition.
Investigators from Benemérita collected evidence, documented testimonies, and examined physical traces at the scene. This careful process allowed authorities to determine that the suspect was a minor residing in the municipality. After a 24-hour search, the minor was located, and officers proceeded with the case under standard procedures for juvenile offenses.
In accordance with the regional juvenile justice framework, the Murcia Provincial Prosecutor’s Office ordered a provisional placement in a semi-open regime within a children’s center, pending further legal actions. The incident is under active investigation as authorities continue to gather additional details, statements, and records to establish a clear timeline and motive for the attack. The case has drawn attention to the safety and supervision of youth sports events and the measures in place to address violence among participants.
Officials emphasize that enforcing juvenile justice standards remains a priority. They are reviewing security protocols at youth matches and considering enhancements to ensure the safety of players, coaches, and spectators. The community awaits a fuller explanation of the incident and any steps the authorities will take to prevent similar events in the future, while respecting the rights and privacy of all involved parties.