A 38-year-old woman was found dead with stab wounds and signs of violence near Quesada, in Jaén, sparking an investigation into a potential case of femicide. Authorities arrested her ex-partner on Sunday night, and the case is being investigated as a possible murder due to sexist violence.
Details Emerge in Jaén Femicide Investigation
The victim was already under police monitoring due to assessed risks of violence.
- The Civil Guard arrested the woman’s ex-partner in connection with the death.
- The victim was included in a police system designed to monitor cases of potential sexist violence.
- If confirmed as a sexist crime, this would be the first such case reported in 2026.
- Since 2003, 1,341 women have been murdered by their partners or ex-partners.
The Civil Guard made the arrest Sunday night, but the investigation is ongoing, and the motive for the crime has not been officially released. The fact that the woman was included in the police system for monitoring cases of sexist violence indicates a prior history or assessed risk of abuse.
What is the Viogen system? The Sistema Viogen is a Spanish police system for monitoring women at risk of gender-based violence. It allows for tracking and intervention in cases where there is a credible threat.
Local Community Responds to Tragedy
The City Council has declared three days of mourning and has called for a moment of silence to honor the victim. Officials have also requested respect for the family and friends during this difficult time. The community is reeling from the news, and the incident has reignited conversations about violence against women.
If confirmed as a sexist crime, this would be the first reported femicide of 2026. Tragically, since 2003, a total of 1,341 women have been murdered by their partners or ex-partners, a stark reminder of the ongoing crisis of gender-based violence.
