Nurse Killed in Machista Attack in Benicàssim, Spain; Suspect Apprehended

A nurse was fatally stabbed by her ex-husband at a health center in Benicàssim, Castellón, Spain, on Monday, February 16, 2026. The attack prompted intervention from multiple patients who attempted to subdue the assailant before the arrival of law enforcement.

Details of the Incident

The victim, identified as Ana S., was attacked within the Benicàssim health center. According to reports, the suspect, Vicente G.V., a 71-year-old dentist from Castellón, entered the health center with a high degree of aggression and directly targeted the nurse.

One patient initially attempted to intervene, positioning himself between the suspect and other individuals present in the waiting area. While this initial attempt to de-escalate the situation was unsuccessful, it briefly delayed the attack. The suspect proceeded to the consultation room where Ana S. Was working and inflicted multiple stab wounds.

Citizen Intervention and Police Response

Following the attack, three additional patients acted quickly to restrain the aggressor. Their efforts successfully contained the suspect, preventing his escape, until local police arrived on the scene within a minute. Police were able to secure the area and place the suspect in custody.

The suspect was subsequently transferred to the Guardia Civil headquarters in Benicàssim for further investigation. Authorities have stated that there were no prior reports of domestic violence between the suspect and the victim, nor had the victim reported any related concerns at the health center.

Official Response and Mourning

The town of Benicàssim has declared two days of official mourning in response to the tragic event. Local authorities have condemned the act of machista violence and expressed their condolences to the family and friends of the victim. El Periódico Mediterráneo reports on the official mourning period.

Benicàssim: A Coastal Community

Benicàssim is a coastal town located in the province of Castellón, within the Valencian Community of Spain. The area is a popular tourist destination, known for its beaches and the Desert de les Palmes, which is home to the Convento de los Carmelitas Descalzos, a 17th-century Carmelite convent with a museum. Tourism de Castellón provides information about the region.