Fatal shooting incident in El Ejido, Spain

A shooting incident occurred in the southern Spanish city of El Ejido on the night of Monday, May 18, resulting in two fatalities and four injuries. Spanish authorities, specifically the Guardia Civil, confirmed that they arrested a 25-year-old male suspect at approximately 4 a.m. on Tuesday. The victims of the attack include the suspect's parents, who were killed, and four others who were hospitalized in serious condition. Among the injured are the suspect’s son, another man, a woman, and a minor. Initial police reports indicate the motive may be linked to domestic violence. Authorities are currently investigating the origin of the firearm used, as the suspect reportedly did not hold a gun license. While some news outlets initially reported that the shooter was at large, official statements from the Guardia Civil confirm the suspect is in custody. Firearms-related homicides are statistically rare in Spain.