Shocking Arrest in Bilbao as Woman Accused of Partner's Mutilation and Murder
In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, a woman has been arrested in northern Spain on suspicion of murdering her partner in a case marked by allegations of extreme violence and macabre behaviour. The arrest occurred on Friday morning in the residential Uribarri neighbourhood of Bilbao, near the city's historic old town.
Details of the Alleged Crime
The Ertzaintza, the autonomous police force for the Basque Country, confirmed the arrest of a 55-year-old South American woman. She is suspected of murdering her 67-year-old partner, described only as a man of European origin, at their home. According to police statements, officers responded to a report of a suspected homicide and discovered the victim's body with clear signs of a violent death.
Investigative journalist Alfonso Egea, a regular contributor to Spanish TV station Telecinco, reported on social media platform X that the woman allegedly stabbed her husband to death and amputated his genitals. Even more chillingly, it is claimed that after the crime, she went shopping with her hands still covered in blood. Police have declined to comment on these specific allegations or the nature of the victim's wounds, stating only that an investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances.
Background of the Couple and Police Response
Neighbours have provided some context, revealing that the couple lived in a rented fifth-floor flat. The victim was reportedly a local bar owner who had lived in the area his entire life. His partner, the suspect, is said to have joined him around four years ago. The Ertzaintza's official statement detailed that the woman was present at the home and admitted to killing her partner, leading to her immediate arrest on suspicion of murder.
The case has drawn significant media attention, with initial reports aired by Telecinco highlighting the gruesome nature of the allegations. Police officers were seen at the doorway of the building where the incident took place, underscoring the seriousness of the investigation. Authorities have emphasised that their focus is on uncovering the precise sequence of events and motives behind this tragic and violent death.
