A man has been arrested and has been brought to court this Sunday, accused of a crime of gender violence after allegedly throwing his partner from a third floor in Malaga capital. The events took place last Friday, January 3 in a street near Victoria Street, according to sources from the National Police.
Victim hospitalized after fall
The incident occurred when the 112 Andalucía emergency service received a call about a woman who had fallen from a third floor. The emergency services, together with the Local and National Police, went to the scene and transferred the woman, aged 55, to the Regional Hospital to attend to the injuries sustained.
Opening of an investigation
The National Police has opened an investigation to clarify the details of the incident. According to police sources, the Local Police arrested the alleged assailant at the scene. The news was reported by the local media SUR and La Opinión de Málaga.
Background and context
This serious episode takes place in the context of the fight against gender violence, a problem that continues to affect many women in Spain. The authorities have recalled the importance of reporting situations of abuse and turning to the resources available for victims.
Helpline
Victims of gender violence or those who suspect similar cases can call 016, available 24 hours a day, which leaves no trace on the phone bill, or call the emergency services in case of imminent danger.
