Overview
- The accused is a 60-year-old man alleged to have attacked a woman returning from work in Azkoitia on the night of December 24.
- Witnesses restrained the suspect after the victim called for help, and two drivers helped enable the Ertzaintza to detain him.
- Police presented the detainee to court on Friday, and a magistrate has ordered provisional imprisonment pending trial.
- Local officials unanimously condemned the attempted assault and convened a public gathering on Friday evening in Herriko plaza to denounce gender violence.
- Authorities report that the investigation by the Ertzaintza and the judicial process remain ongoing.