Overview
- The branch director was taken to hospital in mild condition and his life is not believed to be in danger, according to emergency services.
- Mossos d'Esquadra detained the suspect at the scene and accused him of a crime of causing injuries.
- Police deployed nine units to the central Salou branch, with local police and the SEM also responding.
- The assault was reportedly carried out with a bladed weapon, allegedly a pocketknife, which remains under investigation.
- Investigators are considering hypotheses including mental health issues or a family or economic dispute but have not confirmed any motive.