Tragic Case of Gender Violence in Madrid

Published: 2024-12-31

A 29-year-old Paraguayan woman, Diana Marisol, was tragically killed in Madrid by her 60-year-old partner, Augusto M.

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, despite a restraining order against him.

The incident occurred in the Usera district, where the victim was fatally stabbed in the neck and axilla.

Authorities confirmed the crime as gender-based violence.

The suspect was arrested shortly after fleeing the scene.

This marks the fourth fatal case of gender violence in Madrid this year, highlighting the urgent need for stronger protective measures.

Officials, including Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, have condemned the act and called for unity to combat structural gender violence.