Three arrested after violent street beating leaves two unconscious in Romania

A violent street attack in the village of Tur, Satu Mare, Romania, has resulted in the arrest of three young men. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, July 12, saw the assailants allegedly use wooden sticks, fists, and feet to attack several people.

Two of the victims were left unconscious on the road and were transported to the Negrești-Oaș Town Hospital for medical attention. According to investigators, the three suspects, aged 20, 21, and 20, approached a local grocery store and attacked three other young men. Reports indicate the victims were repeatedly struck with sticks, fists, and open hands.

One victim allegedly sustained multiple blows to various parts of his body, including vital areas, from one of the suspects. The same suspect is accused of severely beating a second victim with a stick, his fist, and his palm. The severity of the assault and the manner in which it was carried out prompted the court to order the pre-trial detention of the three suspects.

Initially detained for 24 hours, the trio appeared before a judge on Monday, July 13. They are being investigated for assault and battery, as well as disturbing public order. Police are continuing their investigation to establish all the circumstances surrounding the aggression and clarify the roles of each individual involved.