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Suspect Identified After Fatal Shooting of Flamenco Singer Matías de Paula

Authorities urge calm during the search for the alleged gunman.

Overview

  • Shot near Plaza Rafael Alberti around 3 p.m. Friday, the 52-year-old flamenco singer died despite care on the scene.
  • Police say they have identified the alleged shooter, with no arrests as the National Police lead the case.
  • The government’s delegate in Extremadura said Saturday the investigation is under judicial secrecy.
  • Investigators are probing a possible sentimental dispute reported by the local outlet HOY, a line that remains unconfirmed.
  • De Paula performed for more than two decades in Madrid tablaos and later helped found a flamenco club in his hometown.