Last Saturday night, the old miller of Almogía was allegedly murdered while attempting to rob his house. His lifeless body was found yesterday along a stream after a week of searching in the surrounding area.
According to the available information, the autopsy will determine the cause of death of the elderly man, who was the victim of a robbery that ended in tragedy. A second arrest for robbery occurred on Wednesday, and both defendants tried to blame each other for the crime.
A witness saw a local drug addict leaving the miller's house carrying some items on Saturday night. The elderly man's body was found in a remote area, concealed among the underbrush and near a stream in the countryside.
The old miller, known as Paco 'the miller', had a close relationship with the family of a young man from the village, whom he affectionately called 'grandfather'. Concern for his safety grew when he stopped being seen alive after being last spotted at the old mill. The family reported previous break-ins at the elderly man’s house, who felt harassed by drug-addicted individuals who occasionally assaulted him.
The family and neighbors mourn the tragic death of the elderly man and highlight his solitary character. During the investigation, evidence has been collected to determine the cause of death, which is suspected to be related to the attempted robbery at the miller’s home. The deceased's house was found ransacked, and it is presumed that the criminals were searching for cash that the elderly man used to keep at home. Authorities continue to investigate the case to clarify all the details surrounding this tragic event.
