A shocking family drama has rocked Sentmenat, a municipality in the Barcelona metropolitan area. On early Monday morning, an incident occurred in which a man allegedly killed his partner’s son, severely injured the woman, and then committed suicide. The Mossos d’Esquadra have immediately launched a comprehensive investigation to clarify the exact circumstances of this horrific act.
Chronology of horror: What is known so far
The tragedy unfolded around 6:30 AM. Emergency services found a severely injured woman in a house and her lifeless son. Shortly thereafter, the alleged perpetrator, the woman’s partner, was also found lifeless on the street. A third person involved was found in an industrial hall. The investigations focus on the hypothesis of vicarious violence, a particularly perfidious act of violence in which the perpetrator additionally terrorizes the partner by attacking common children or other close relatives.
The role of the investigating authorities: Swift action by the DIC
The DIC (Divisió d’Investigació Criminal) of the Northern Metropolitan Region was immediately activated and has taken over the investigations. The aim is to shed light on this crime and reconstruct the exact events and the motivation behind the act. The securing of evidence at the crime scene and the questioning of witnesses are in full swing to obtain a clear picture of what happened.
Sentmenat in shock: Impact on the community
The event has caused deep dismay and grief in Sentmenat. The community is in shock given this incomprehensible act of violence. The psychological effects on those affected and the community are immense. It remains to be seen what further details the investigations will reveal and what preventive measures can be derived from this tragic case.
