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Bull Breach at Easter Festival in Arcos de la Frontera Sparks Panic and Injuries

A 500-kg bull broke through certified fencing at the Toros del Aleluya festival, causing a stampede and minor injuries, but reinforced safety measures have since stabilized the event.

Suelta de toros este sábado en la localidad gaditana de Arcos de la Frontera
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Overview

  • During the Toros del Aleluya festival in Arcos de la Frontera, a bull named Infinito broke through a security fence, triggering a human stampede.
  • One person was gored and others sustained minor fractures; all injured individuals are in stable condition according to officials.
  • The security fencing had been certified as compliant with technical regulations prior to the event but failed under the bull's impact.
  • Local authorities quickly reinforced the fencing with chains and additional ground anchors to prevent further breaches, allowing celebrations to continue safely.
  • The festival resumed the following day without incident, though the event's history of safety concerns, including a fatality in 2018, remains a point of discussion.