On the hunt for 'El Ruso', the suspect in placing the bomb backpack that killed a police officer in Oviedo

Manuel Ferrero Álvarez, known as 'El Ruso', is the main suspect in a bombing incident in Oviedo that killed a police officer. Despite extensive searches by elite police units, he remains at large, raising concerns he may still be armed or carrying explosives. The bombing occurred during a shootout in the Villafría neighborhood, resulting in the death of a police sub-inspector and serious injuries to another officer. Authorities have implemented strict security measures, including blocking city access and conducting thorough searches of buildings and vehicles. Ferrero has a criminal history including threats and theft, and his partner was questioned but provided no useful leads. The search for him continues.