Incident and Police Response
According to a statement from the Catalan regional police, the attack occurred around 9:00 PM local time on August 5, 2026. The incident took place in the city of Girona, in the Catalonia region of Spain. After receiving an emergency call, police quickly dispatched multiple patrol units to the scene. Local police forces and paramedics from Catalonia’s Emergency Medical System (SEM) also arrived to provide an emergency response.
Suspect’s Arrest and Charges
Thanks to the rapid response of multiple agencies, a 33-year-old male suspect was successfully apprehended at the scene. He was immediately taken into police custody on suspicion of attempted murder. Following judicial procedure, the suspect is expected to be brought before a local court for an initial hearing in the coming hours. Authorities have not yet released the man’s identity or nationality.

Victim’s Condition and Ongoing Investigation
The victim of the incident is a 13-year-old girl. She received emergency medical attention at the scene before being transported by ambulance to a hospital for further treatment. According to official reports, her injuries are serious, but her condition is stable and not life-threatening. The Catalan police have launched a full investigation into the case, focusing on determining the attacker’s motive and the full circumstances of the event. As of now, the reason for the attack remains unknown.