Irish Tourist Released After Assaulting Andorran Bar Owner
A 35-year-old Irish man arrested for punching a 72-year-old bar proprietor in Pas de la Casa has been freed following the victim's stabilisation.
Key Points
- 35-year-old Irish tourist arrested March 8 in Pas de la Casa for assaulting 72-year-old bar owner.
- Attack followed refusal of more alcohol; punch caused fall and head injury requiring hospitalisation.
- Victim sutured on scene, admitted for observation; initial custody due to severity and flight risk.
- Released after 10 days once victim's condition stabilised.
A 35-year-old Irish tourist arrested in Pas de la Casa on the night of Sunday, March 8, for assaulting a bar owner has been released in recent hours after the victim's medical condition stabilised.
The man, who faced charges of assault causing physical harm, attacked the 72-year-old proprietor outside the bar on Avinguda Encamp after the owner refused to serve him more alcohol and decided to close for the night. Visibly intoxicated, the tourist confronted the owner during the dispute and punched him in the face.
The blow caused the victim to lose his balance and fall, striking his head on the ground. This resulted in more serious injuries than the facial wound itself, prompting an immediate emergency response. Paramedics provided initial assessment and suturing at the scene before transferring him to hospital, where he was admitted for observation to monitor potential complications and lasting effects.
Given the injury's severity and the assailant's lack of ties to Andorra—which raised concerns over flight risk—authorities initially remanded him in custody. He had been detained for around 10 days until the positive medical update allowed his release.
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