The Mossos d'Esquadra have arrested three people for theft during the celebration of the World Cup final in Barcelona. The SEM attended to 29 people, 16 of whom were taken to healthcare centres.
Sunday night was filled with overflowing joy in Barcelona, but it also left a trail of incidents. The Mossos d'Esquadra arrested three people for violent theft and theft during the celebrations of the Spanish football team's world title. The security operation, with 300 officers deployed, could not prevent some from taking advantage of the crowds to commit crimes.
Thefts on the Ronda de Sant Pau
According to police sources, two of the arrested were detained for the violent theft of a mobile phone on the Ronda de Sant Pau, one of the busiest roads during the celebration. A third person was arrested for the theft of a backpack. Additionally, a fourth person was reported for disobedience to the officers.
The Mossos d'Esquadra activated a special operation to ensure safety during the gathering of fans at the Fórum, where around 30,000 people gathered to watch the match on a giant screen. Most attendees celebrated peacefully, but security forces had to intervene at several points in the city.
29 people attended by the SEM
The Sistema d'Emergències Mèdiques (SEM) attended a total of 29 people during the night. Of these, 13 were discharged on-site, while 16 had to be transferred to various healthcare centres in the Catalan capital. According to Civil Protection of the Generalitat, three people were evacuated to the Hospital del Mar, seven to the Hospital Clínic, five to CUAP Manso, and one to CUAP Sant Martí.
Of the 29 cases, 24 were of a mild nature and five less serious. No extremely serious injuries were reported, although the night was intense for emergency services, who worked tirelessly to assist those affected by alcohol intoxication, falls, and other bruises typical of an ecstatic crowd.
Residents of Sabadell also celebrated
The celebration was not limited to Barcelona. In other towns in the metropolitan area, such as Sabadell, there were also gatherings of fans. Residents of Sabadell gathered at iconic points in the city to celebrate the team's victory, although without any notable incidents. The local police in Sabadell reported no arrests or injuries in the valley municipality.
The overall balance of the night across the province of Barcelona was positive in general terms, despite some isolated disturbances. Authorities remind the importance of celebrating responsibly and respecting the instructions of security forces to avoid risky situations.
The World Cup final, which pitted Spain against Argentina, ended with the Spanish team winning 2-1, a result that unleashed euphoria throughout the country. In Barcelona, the celebration lasted until the early hours of the morning, with singing, flags, and hugs among strangers. The next sporting event that could generate new celebrations will be the Copa del Rey final, scheduled for next August.
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