Overview

• The incident occurred on May 17 at 16:50 near the international terminal of Gran Canaria Airport.
• The suspect, armed with a knife, tried to rob a taxi driver and later attacked police officers with the weapon.
• Policía Nacional officers discharged their firearms in self-defense, fatally wounding the assailant.
• Emergency services, including airport and Canarian Health Service teams, attempted resuscitation but confirmed the suspect’s death on site.
• Specialized police units and a judicial commission are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.