A violent knife fight in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat on Friday night left two men injured, one critically, and led to the arrest of a 28-year-old suspect. Catalan police responded to reports of a serious altercation between two groups of people shortly before 23:45 on Mare de Déu dels Desemparats Street. According to El Caso.com, emergency services received the alert about the brawl at number 41.

Man Critically Injured in Stabbing

A 43-year-old man sustained multiple stab wounds during the incident. He suffered injuries to his lower back, chest, and abdomen. Medical Emergency System (SEM) paramedics provided initial treatment at the scene. They stabilised him before transporting him in a serious condition to Bellvitge Hospital for further care. Bellvitge Hospital is a major medical centre serving the L'Hospitalet area and surrounding municipalities.

Catalan police arrested a 28-year-old man at L'Hospitalet General Hospital on Josep Molins Avenue. He had sought treatment for injuries he received during the fight. Police accuse him of a crime of assault. The specific nature of his injuries remains unknown. Authorities have not released his nationality or police record. He was taken to the police station following his arrest for questioning.

L'Hospitalet Police Investigate Motives

L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona's second-largest city, is home to over 260,000 residents. This incident occurred in a residential area, raising concerns among local residents about public safety. Incidents of public violence, particularly those involving weapons, are a significant concern for local authorities and the community. The Investigation Unit of the Catalan police station in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat is now working to determine the motives behind the fight.

Detectives are also trying to identify other individuals involved in the brawl. The Catalan police are reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses to establish the full sequence of events. This includes examining any available surveillance footage from the area. It remains unclear if other participants in the fight also suffered injuries. The investigation continues as police seek to bring all responsible parties to justice and prevent similar incidents.

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Originally published by El Caso (El Nacional). Read original article.