Summary
Eight people were arrested in Spain after violent clashes between far-right groups, local residents, and migrants. The unrest followed an earlier attack on an elderly person in the town of Torre-Pacheco, and police increased their presence in the area to restore order.
Key Facts
- Eight people were detained for their involvement in the violence in Torre-Pacheco, Spain.
- The clashes happened after an elderly resident was attacked by unknown individuals.
- Some far-right groups called for retribution against the town's migrant community.
- Five people were injured during the clashes over the weekend.
- The detainees include six Spaniards and one North African accused of violence and damage.
- Two of the detainees allegedly helped the assailant in the initial attack on the elderly man.
- Police increased their presence in Torre-Pacheco to maintain peace.
- Torre-Pacheco has about 42,000 residents, with roughly a third being migrants, many working in agriculture.
