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Police Detain One After Dismembered Body Found in Vilanova i la Geltrú Suitcase

Mossos d'Esquadra are investigating as city leaders urge caution about unverified claims.

Overview

  • Municipal cleaning workers found the remains inside a suitcase placed next to garbage containers in Plaza del Enxaneta early Saturday.
  • Local police pursued and arrested a person linked to the case after the suspect attempted to flee the area.
  • One outlet reported the detainee is a roommate of the victim, a detail authorities have not officially confirmed.
  • Mossos d'Esquadra have taken charge of the inquiry, and officials have not released identities or forensic conclusions.
  • The city council condemned the violence and asked residents to avoid spreading rumors, noting it is the second reported violent death in Sant Joan in nine days.