A 35-year-old man allegedly stabbed his 30-year-old partner to death in a home in the centre of Antequera and then committed suicide by jumping from the wall of the Alcazaba. The couple had two children together, aged 4 and 7.
The police investigation points to a case of misogynistic violence, although official confirmation is pending the autopsy and the report from the Government Delegation against Gender Violence. The events occurred on Monday in the Málaga town of Antequera.
An expired restraining order
One of the most alarming details is that the man had a restraining order against the victim. However, according to sources from the investigation, both agreed to close the case recently. By mutual consent, the order lapsed. This detail raises questions about the effectiveness of protection mechanisms when victims withdraw their complaints.
The decision to withdraw a complaint or request the end of a restraining order is often influenced by fear or emotional dependence. The investigation will now seek to clarify whether there were previous episodes of violence that did not reach the courts.
The police operation and investigation
After the woman's body was discovered, the National Police deployed a large operation in the area. Specialists from the Scientific Police and the judicial team arrived at the home to carry out the body recovery and analyse the crime scene. Officers also cordoned off the area of the Alcazaba to preserve evidence related to the man's suicide.
The Government Subdelegation in Málaga has confirmed that it is gathering all available data to send to the Government Delegation against Gender Violence. This body will officially determine whether the case is classified as a new episode of misogynistic violence. If confirmed, the number will add to a list that this year has already seen several dozen women murdered by their partners or ex-partners in Spain.
Two children who lose everything
The couple's two children, aged 4 and 7, are now under the care of extended family or social services. The news has caused profound shock in Antequera, a city of about 40,000 inhabitants. Neighbours in the historic centre, where the crime occurred, have expressed their dismay.
The events unfolded around 11:50 on Monday, when the man jumped from the wall of the Alcazaba. Shortly after, at 14:00, emergency services received a call alerting them to the possible death of the woman at the family home. When officers entered the apartment, they found the lifeless body of the woman, with evident signs of violence and stab wounds. The autopsy will determine the exact causes of death.
The case has reopened the debate on the effectiveness of protection measures in the province of Málaga, where several similar cases have been recorded in recent years. Women's associations remind the importance of not withdrawing complaints and seeking professional help in risky situations.
The investigation remains open, and more details about the incident are expected to emerge in the coming days. Meanwhile, Antequera mourns another victim of misogynistic violence and questions how to prevent this from happening again.
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