Madrid in Crisis: Arrests, Assaults, and Airport Tensions

Madrid News Roundup: Arrests, Assaults, and Airport Issues Madrid, Spain – May 26, 2025 – Today saw a flurry of significant events across Madrid, as reported by Telemadrid. A robbery attempt in Malasaña resulted in the arrest of two suspects after a struggle with police. One officer sustained injuries during the apprehension. Separately, a homeowner in the city was assaulted by squatters who had illegally occupied his property. The homeowner, visibly shaken, stated to Telemadrid, "They threw stones at me; they've been harassing me for a year and a half." In a more serious development, a man was arrested for the sexual abuse of his 14-year-old stepdaughter, a crime that allegedly spanned several years. The girl confided in her school's headmistress, leading to the arrest. Finally, ongoing issues of violence and threats from homeless people residing at the Barajas airport continue to be a concern for workers. The airport management has pledged to conduct a census of those living in the terminals. These incidents highlight a range of challenges facing the city.