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Father Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting Son with Metal Tube in Mayagüez

Updated Jul 4, 2026 · via El Nuevo Día

A man was arrested on Friday for allegedly assaulting his son with a metal tube in Mayagüez. According to the Police, the victim claimed that his father asked him for a favor, but he refused, saying he had to go to work.

After the refusal, the father allegedly assaulted the son with a metal tube on the head and left forearm. The incident also damaged a 2024 Dodge Ram truck.

The victim was taken to a hospital, where he was treated by an emergency room doctor, but his condition was not reported. The case was consulted with Prosecutor Wilfredo Santiago, who scheduled a meeting with the parties for July 6.