Cargo explosion, Spanish policeman dead. Media: The services are looking for "El Ruso"
During an intervention in an apartment block, an explosive device left by the perpetrator exploded.
Quick Look
- In Oviedo, there was a shooting and an explosive device exploded during a police intervention.
- A sub-inspector of the service dog unit and a dog were killed, and one officer was seriously injured.
- A manhunt is underway for the suspect known as "El Ruso."
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Why It Matters
The police were called to a disturbance in an apartment building, where there was a shooting and an explosive device explosion.
The police were called to a disturbance in one of the blocks of flats. During the incident, shots were fired and a young woman was injured.
According to Pedro Aguado, responsible for communications of the Asturias police, the perpetrator of the shooting left a backpack on the landing, in which a flashing light was noticed. The officers took him out in front of the building to reduce the threat to residents. However, while working on the backpack, an explosion occurred.
Victims of the explosion
As a result of the detonation, a sub-inspector from the service dogs unit of the National Police was killed. An officer specializing in disarming explosives was seriously injured. Doctors had to amputate his leg.
A police German Shepherd dog was also killed in the explosion.
A manhunt for the suspect is underway
The perpetrator fled the scene. The services blocked roads leading to Oviedo and warned residents that the wanted man may be armed and dangerous.
Police union spokeswoman Laura Garcia said the suspect had been located. According to her, he barricaded himself and has a firearm. The police do not rule out the possibility of having additional explosives.
The website "20 Minutos" reported that the police asked taxi drivers for help in the search for the main suspect, known under the nickname "El Ruso" (The Russian). The man was supposed to arrive by taxi. His partner, a Russian citizen, was also detained and is being interrogated.
According to EFE, investigators, taking into account the suspect's extensive criminal past, do not currently treat the incident as a terrorist attack. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and opposition representatives expressed their condolences to the families of the victims.
What to Watch
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The suspect is detained by the services
Very likely · Within hours
Open Questions
- Was the suspect finally arrested?
- What was the perpetrator's motive?
