León Shooting Leaves One Dead, Two Injured

One Dead, Two Injured in Bembibre Shooting; Suspect Apprehended A tragic shooting in Bembibre, León, Spain, on May 30, 2025, claimed the life of a 71-year-old man and left two others wounded. The incident unfolded around 11:50 AM in the Plaza de Santa Bárbara. According to sources from the Subdelegation of the Government, a fight escalated into gunfire, resulting in the immediate death of one participant. Two others, including the alleged shooter, sustained injuries from the gunfire. The shooter was also injured, apparently while firing a homemade weapon. A third individual, who attempted to intervene, received injuries to their hand. Emergency services responded swiftly to numerous calls to the 112 emergency number. Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with one man unconscious and another suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. A mobile ICU, a basic life support ambulance, and primary care personnel from the Bembibre health center were dispatched. Upon arrival, emergency responders confirmed the death of one man and attended to the two injured individuals. The arrested suspect is currently in custody, and the investigation is ongoing. "It was terrifying," recounted a witness who preferred to remain anonymous. "I heard the shots and saw people running. It was complete chaos." The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of escalating conflict and highlights the importance of conflict resolution. The investigation continues to unravel the full circumstances that led to this tragic event.