Lorraine Williamson
The Guardia Civil has opened an investigation after a woman and her 12-year-old daughter were found dead at a home in the town of Xilxes, in Spain’s Castellón province. The discovery has shocked the local community and prompted a full judicial inquiry.
Emergency services were alerted after concerns were raised about the pair, whose bodies were later found inside the property. Initial reporting by RTVE and El País indicates that the deaths are being treated as violent while investigators work to establish the exact circumstances.
Investigation underway
Officers from the Guardia Civil and forensic teams attended the scene shortly after the discovery. Authorities have confirmed that a judicial investigation is now in progress and that further details will depend on the results of forensic examinations and witness statements.
At this stage, officials have not publicly confirmed the sequence of events or whether any arrests have been made. As with all cases at this early stage, investigators are working to establish a clear timeline and determine what may have happened inside the home.
Local authorities have expressed their shock at the deaths and have offered support to those affected in the municipality. Xilxes, a coastal town in the Valencian Community, has a relatively small population, and the incident has had a strong local impact.
Early reports and context
Spanish media have reported that the woman was registered in Spain’s VioGén system for monitoring gender-violence cases, although officials have not yet confirmed how this may relate to the investigation. Authorities are expected to clarify this point once more information is verified.
As with all ongoing criminal inquiries, the Guardia Civil has urged caution regarding speculation while the investigation continues. The presumption of innocence applies to any individuals who may be questioned as part of the case.
Analysis, interviews and reconstruction
The investigation will now focus on forensic analysis, interviews, and the reconstruction of events leading up to the deaths. A court in Castellón province is overseeing the proceedings, and further updates are expected once initial findings are reviewed.
For now, the case remains under active investigation. Authorities have indicated that confirmed details will be released as soon as they are available, while emphasising the need for accuracy and respect for those affected.