Feb 19 • 10:58 UTC 🇪🇸 Spain El Mundo

A man dies in Mallorca after being immobilized by the police with a taser

A 47-year-old man died in Palma after being subdued by the National Police using a taser.

In a tragic incident in Mallorca, a 47-year-old Polish man died after being subdued by the National Police using a taser. The event occurred in the residential area of Coll den Rabassa, where neighbors reported the man exhibiting violent behavior and destroying objects in his home. It is believed that the man was under the influence of drugs at the time of the incident. His behavior was alarming enough to prompt calls to the police around 4:15 AM on a Thursday morning.

At the scene, police were confronted with a disturbing situation. The man's three underage children, the eldest being just 11 years old, had sought refuge in a nearby neighbor’s home after their father exhibited violent outbursts. The children's mother was temporarily away from the island, leaving them alone with their father during the chaotic events. The urgency of the situation not only raised concerns for the man's life but also for the safety and emotional wellbeing of the children involved, highlighting the severe implications of such incidents on families.

This case raises important questions about the protocols in place for dealing with individuals in crisis, particularly those possibly under the influence of substances. The use of tasers by law enforcement has been a contentious issue in many countries, and this tragedy may lead to calls for more comprehensive training for police on how to handle similar situations without lethal force, as well as discussions on mental health resources and drug addiction support in local communities. The incident is currently under investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death, and implications for community safety and police practices may emerge from this case.

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