Man Stabs Colleague with Corkscrew at Andorra Barbecue, Held on Attempted Murder

A 40-year-old man remains in custody at Andorra's penitentiary centre after police on Monday detailed his attack on a work colleague using a corkscrew during a Friday gathering in Pal, Sant Julià de Lòria.

The dispute erupted among colleagues at the barbecue, escalating as the victim began to leave. The suspect then approached from behind and stabbed him with the corkscrew, causing puncture wounds to the abdomen, one forearm, and a shoulder. Medical staff at the hospital notified police after treating the injuries from the pointed implement, which did not strike vital organs despite their seriousness.

Police arrested the suspect Saturday afternoon in Sant Julià de Lòria. He was held overnight at the central station before a Sunday court appearance, where the judge approved provisional imprisonment on attempted murder charges, moving beyond the initial focus on offences against physical and moral integrity.

Monday's police statement confirmed the victim's positive progress and medical discharge from hospital. The investigation continues with further steps planned, including an assessment of the injuries that could affect sentencing. Details about the argument or the individuals remain limited.