Overview

• A 60-year-old retired Policía Nacional subinspector, identified as Adelino L. M., was found dead at his Riba-roja de Túria home on Monday late afternoon after a family member raised the alarm.
• The body showed signs of violent injuries, including strong blows to the face and body and lesions compatible with head trauma, according to investigative sources.
• Guardia Civil’s Homicide Group assumed the case, sealed the residence, and deployed criminalistics specialists who conducted an on-site forensic inspection.
• The corpse was transferred to the Instituto de Medicina Legal de Valencia for an autopsy scheduled for Tuesday, which authorities say will determine the precise cause of death.
• Investigators located a witness who reported hearing noises the previous night and have canvassed nearby neighbors, while noting the home appeared ransacked with documents scattered inside.