A 25‑year‑old man in the Andalusian town of El Ejido shot his parents dead and left four people wounded , among them two babies, late Monday night. Police say the suuspect turned himself in shortly after the attack and is now awaiting a mental‑health assessment.

Parents Found Dead Inside Bullet‑Riddled Car

When officers arrived at the scene around 11 p.m., they discovered a vehicle on the street riddled with bullet holes. Inside, the bodies of a middle‑aged couple were identified as the suspect’s parents, according to local authorities. The discovery of the car provided the first grim evidence of a family‑focused massacre.

Two Babies Critically Wounded in El Ejido

Among the four injured were a seven‑month‑old infant and an 18‑month‑old child, both described as the suspect’s son and niece. Both babies were rushed to Poniente University Hospital in critical condition, highlighting the severity of the attack on the youngest victims.

25‑Year‑Old Suspect Turns Himself In

The shooter, identified only by his age, surrendered at a nearby police station minutes after the shooting. Europa Press reported that he is now being held in a health centre while awaiting a compulsory mental‑health evaluation, a step that Spanish law mandates for suspects deemed potentially unstable.

Wounded Wife and Moroccan Man Added to Casualty List

The suspect’s wife suffered severe injuries and remains hospitalized at Poniente University Hospital. a 60‑year‑old man of Moroccan origin was also shot in the head and transferred to Torrecardenas University Hospital, underscoring the broader impact on the community beyond the immediate family.

Investigation Stalled as Motive Remains Unknown

Authorities have not released any details about why the young man carried out the killings. As the police continue to gather evidence, the lack of a clear motive leaves residents of El Ejido unsettled, especially given Spain’s historically low homicide rate linked to strict gun control.

According to the initial police report, the weapon used was a legally owned firearm, a reminder that even in countries with tight regulations, isolated incidents can still occur. The investigation remains open, and officials have urged anyone with information to come forward.