In a tragic turn of events, Borja Villacís, the brother of former deputy mayor of Madrid, Begoña Villacís, was shot and killed in the district of Fuencarral-El Pardo in Madrid. The shocking incident occurred on a public road where Borja Villacís was targeted and shot from a moving vehicle.
The Incident
The fatal shooting took place in broad daylight, drawing significant attention from nearby witnesses. According to reports, three suspects arrived at the scene in a BMW. After a brief altercation with Borja Villacís, they opened fire, fatally wounding him.
Emergency services responded quickly and attempted to resuscitate him, but their efforts were in vain, and he succumbed to his injuries. Another man present with Borja at the time was also injured and subsequently hospitalized.
Arrests and Investigation
The police have arrested a woman with previous criminal records concerning the crime. She is believed to be the driver of the BMW. Additionally, two other individuals are being sought by authorities. Witnesses reported seeing the suspects change the car’s license plates and conceal the weapons used in a nearby field shortly after the shooting.
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The Homicide Division of the Madrid Police is leading the ongoing investigation. Preliminary findings suggest that the suspects may be part of a family clan involved in drug trafficking in Bargas, Toledo. The murder of Borja Villacís is suspected to be a targeted attack, possibly linked to his involvement in a large-scale drug trafficking and money laundering case.
Reactions and Condolences
The news of Borja Villacís’s murder has sent shockwaves through the community and the political landscape. Politicians and public figures, including members of Ciudadanos, have expressed their condolences to Begoña Villacís and her family. Minister of Interior Fernando Grande-Marlaska has assured the public that the investigation is progressing swiftly and that more details will be revealed soon.
The death of Borja Villacís underscores the ongoing challenges and dangers associated with organized crime and drug trafficking. As the police continue to investigate, the community remains in mourning over this tragic loss.
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