Benidorm observes a minute of silence for the latest confirmed gender-based killing, committed in Valverde de Júcar (Cuenca)
With the confirmation of this case, the number of women murdered by their partners or ex-partners so far this year has reached 42, and the total since 2003 stands at 1,383
On Tuesday, Benidorm City Council once again observed a minute of silence to condemn the latest murder resulting from gender-based violence confirmed by the Ministry of Equality in Spain; the incident took place in the town of Valverde de Júcar (Cuenca). The silent gathering was held at noon outside City Hall and was attended by members of the municipal council, led by Mayor Toni Pérez and the Councillor for Equality, Ángela Zaragozí.
The victim was a 37-year-old woman who was allegedly stabbed to death on October 8 by her partner, from whom she was in the process of divorcing. The victim, a Romanian national, had two minor daughters, aged six and fourteen. There were no prior reports of gender-based violence against the alleged perpetrator.
With the confirmation of this case, the number of women murdered due to gender-based violence has risen to 42 in 2026 and to 1,383 since 2003, when data collection began. Additionally, the number of minors left orphaned by gender-based violence in Spain has reached 32 in 2026 and 542 since 2013.
The Department of Equality notes that the Benidorm City Council has specialised staff available to provide free advice to any woman who feels threatened. They also reiterate that victims of violence against women have access to the toll-free helpline 016; calls to this number do not appear on phone bills, although it is advisable to delete the number from mobile phone call logs. This service operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year, in 53 languages, and includes support adapted for individuals with disabilities. Victims can also access online consultation services via the email address 016-online@igualdad.gob.es, the WhatsApp channel at 600000016, and the online chat available on the Ministry of Equality’s website; these services also operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
In an emergency, one can also call 112 or the National Police (091) and Civil Guard (062) emergency lines. If making a call is not possible during a dangerous situation, the ALERTCOPS app can be used to send an alert signal—including geolocation data—to the police. These assistance channels can be activated by the victim or by anyone who knows of or suspects a case of gender-based violence. It is a duty shared by all of society.