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False leads and road checks: Search continues for fugitive responsible for explosive that killed a police officer in Spain
Spanish police are searching for Manuel F. A., 64, suspected of planting a homemade explosive in an Oviedo apartment building. The blast killed a police officer and seriously injured another; investigators are also examining an earlier shooting in which a 17-year-old neighbour was wounded.
The search has lasted more than 24 hours, with nearly 100 officers pursuing false leads and checking roads and transport hubs across Asturias. Police say the suspect may be armed and could carry more explosives; his partner remains in custody after a lead she gave officers proved unsuccessful.
In short
- A homemade explosive killed a police officer in Oviedo.
- The injured officer remains in hospital in a stable condition.
- Nearly 100 officers are searching for the 64-year-old suspect.
Explained simply
Oviedo is a city in Asturias, in northern Spain. Spanish police operate across the country, while regional authorities in Asturias also have responsibilities for public safety.
Homemade explosives can cause severe damage in homes and put residents and emergency workers at risk. When a suspect is believed to be armed or to have more explosives, police may check roads and transport hubs to try to locate him and protect the public.
The search is also connected to an earlier shooting that wounded a teenager, which investigators are examining alongside the fatal blast. Establishing whether the incidents are linked may help police understand what happened and assess any continuing danger.