The incident took place during the Fallas festival in Valencia and involved the president Pilar Bojo entering the luxury jewelry store owned by Domingo Hernández. The event, initially centered around a bullfighting performance, turned violent as Rufo became a victim of the robbery. Although he previously showed promise during the event, making a comeback reminiscent of his earlier days, the robbery overshadowed his achievements as he ended up leaving with only one ear instead of the expected three.

In the midst of the robbery, the confrontation highlighted both the atmosphere of the event and the unexpected violence that erupted. The tension between the celebratory context of the bullfighting showdown and the act of criminality starkly contrasted, with the audience's expectations not met due to the robbery. This significantly impacted the performance of the bullfighters, particularly Borja Jiménez, who was noted to have not performed at all during this critical face-off.

The story goes beyond just the robbery; it underscores the challenges faced in maintaining the pomp and spectacle of traditional events like Fallas amidst the instances of crime and disorder. The implications of this incident raise questions about security at public events and the safety of participants, as well as how to balance cultural traditions with the realities of modern-day risks in public spaces, especially in vibrant festivities like those occurring in Valencia.