They confirm the death of one of the friars beaten last Saturday in Spain

The Franciscan Province of the Immaculate Conception (Spain) has confirmed the death this Monday of Brother Juan Antonio, 76 years old, after the attack with clubs suffered by the community of the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Gilet (Valencia) last Saturday in which Other friars were injured.

After his death was erroneously announced on Sunday, November 10, the Franciscans have finally confirmed the fatal outcome:

“Unfortunately, one of our injured brothers, taken to the hospital in critical condition, died today, Monday, due to injuries to his head. The Franciscan Province, its family and friends mourn this irreparable loss,” it is explained. in a statement.

Of the other friars who were attacked by an individual who broke into their rooms using blunt objects, two of them “remain hospitalized, receiving medical attention for the injuries they suffered during the brutal attack” and two others were discharged “and “They are in the convent under observation and care.”

“We ask all brothers and sisters in the faith to join us in prayer for the soul of our dear deceased brother and for the speedy recovery of the friars who remain hospitalized or distraught,” the statement continued.

The Franciscans also thank the Civil Guard for its quick intervention and the attention offered by local authorities and health personnel.

“In these days of pain, we trust in the love and peace of Christ, our supreme good, He will give us the comfort and strength to overcome this tragedy,” they conclude.