In a tragic incident in Cabo Blanco, near the tourist hotspot of Los Cristianos in Tenerife, a 10-year-old boy was brutally murdered by his father with a machete. Following the attack, authorities were alerted to the scene around 1 AM after receiving reports of an armed individual in a home. The violent incident left the boy deceased and his mother critically injured, resulting in her hospitalization with severe wounds to her limbs.

The situation escalated when law enforcement arrived and encountered the father, described as extremely violent. After allegedly attacking a Civil Guard officer with the machete, authorities were forced to respond with lethal force, resulting in the father's death. This distressing event has left the local community in shock, as Cabo Blanco is typically a peaceful village.

The implications of this attack extend beyond the immediate tragedy; it reveals underlying issues of violence and family crises that can manifest in such extreme circumstances, prompting discussions about mental health and support systems. As investigations continue, the public and local authorities will face the challenge of addressing the aftermath and preventing such incidents in the future.