The Guardia Civil has arrested two men, aged 33 and 39, in Corralejo, Fuerteventura, for their alleged involvement in a violent assault that left the victim with severe injuries.
The incident occurred on 29th December near the victim's home, just days after the death of a Danish tourist in a separate altercation in the same town.
According to a press release from the Guardia Civil, the assault took place around 8:00pm after the victim heard unusual noises near his property. Upon investigating, he confronted the suspects, one of whom hit him with a wooden stick while the other kicked him in the head, rendering the him briefly unconscious.
The victim suffered a fractured jaw and eye socket, as well as multiple contusions and bruises. He required emergency surgery at the Maternal and Children’s Hospital in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
The two suspects have been charged with grievous bodily harm and have been remanded to the custody of the Puerto del Rosario magistrate’s court, alongside the corresponding evidence and police reports.
Additionally, the 39-year-old suspect faces further charges for an incident the following day, 30th December, in which he threatened and attacked another person, breaking their nose and causing facial bruises.
The Guardia Civil continuing to investigate both incidents to clarify the circumstances of the violent acts. These incidents follow the recent fatal altercation involving a Danish tourist in Corralejo, which led to the arrest of four people, and authorities are working to restore calm in the area.
Residents are encouraged to report any violent incidents to authorities, reinforcing collective efforts to ensure community safety.
