Reports from local media indicate that a British tourist was fatally stabbed outside a nightclub near Barcelona.
The tragic incident occurred around 5am local time (4am UK time) in Calella, approximately 30 miles from the city.
Authorities have confirmed the fatality, with another individual sustaining injuries and subsequently being hospitalized.
According to El Caso, a physical altercation transpired outside the Oxygen nightclub which resulted in the tourist’s death at the scene.
Catalan police released a statement stating that they are currently “investigating the violent death of a 31-year-old man”.
The British consulate has been informed of the incident.
Sky News has reached out to both the Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office and local law enforcement for their comments on the matter.
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