US EditionMan 'pulls knives' on Spanish Deputy Prime Minister's security team
- On May 8, 2025, in Madrid around midday, police intervened to stop a man who was attacking the bodyguards of Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz with knives close to the Ateneo Theatre.
- The suspect withdrew a pair of knives from his bag and threatened to slit his own throat as officers intervened to prevent injury during the midday attack.
- Law enforcement personnel from the Centro Regional Police unit and the General Acquisition team employed a Taser and physical intervention to restrain the 45-year-old Spanish suspect, who then surrendered his knives and was taken into custody.
- Police confirmed that Deputy Prime Minister Díaz was not present during the incident and was informed afterward; the suspect, a 45-year-old Spanish man, is thought to be experiencing mental health challenges and has been charged with assault and making serious threats.
- The prompt police response averted injury to Díaz's security team and avoided potential violence in a public area, highlighting security challenges for high-ranking officials.
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Spain's deputy PM targeted by man 'with two knives' in broad daylight attack
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