A 60-year-old Spanish National Police officer was killed and another officer, 53, suffered the loss of a leg following an explosion in the Villafría neighborhood of Oviedo on the morning of November 10, 2026.
The officers were investigating a suspicious backpack found at an entrance when the device detonated.
- A junior inspector from the police canine unit died while working to secure a suspicious backpack found at a building entrance.
- The incident followed reports of a separate shooting in the same area approximately one hour prior, allegedly stemming from a domestic dispute.
- The suspect behind the shooting and the subsequent explosive device remains at large as authorities continue their search.
According to reports from NUR.KZ and local Spanish media, the tragedy unfolded in two distinct phases within the Villafría district. Local authorities were initially called to the scene following reports that a man had fired upon a 17-year-old girl. The victim’s father attempted to transport her to the hospital himself, while witnesses contacted emergency services.
A terrorist attack occurred in Spain: a police officer was killed in an explosion, and his colleague lost a leg. The explosive device was in a backpack, according to local media. pic.twitter.com/v0CCLsajMv
Upon arrival, police officers discovered a backpack containing a flashing light
at the entrance of a building, as noted by the police union Jupol. To ensure the safety of the residents, the officers moved the bag to the street. The device detonated during the inspection process conducted by the TEDAX explosives disposal unit and canine officers.
Medical reports indicate that her life is not in danger. The 60-year-old junior inspector died at the scene, and his 53-year-old colleague sustained injuries severe enough to result in the loss of a leg.
| Officer Role | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Junior Inspector (Canine Unit) | Deceased |
| Police Officer (53) | Hospitalized (Leg Amputation) |
| Shooting Victim (17) | Stable Condition |
The motive behind the placement of the explosive device remains under investigation. While the morning shooting has been attributed to a family conflict, the connection between the gunman and the backpack remains the primary focus for investigators. TPA Noticias reported that a large police presence remains in the area of Calle Rafael Urrusti to secure the perimeter and gather forensic evidence.
As of late Monday, November 10, 2026, the exact mechanism used to trigger the bomb has not been established. Authorities have not yet apprehended the suspect, and they continue to investigate whether the shooting and the subsequent explosion were coordinated.
