Romanian men detained after assaulting their fathers in Gorj and Alba counties

On 11 July 2026, police in Turcinești, Gorj county detained a 38‑year‑old man after he struck his 66‑year‑old father in the face, causing traumatic injuries that required 3‑4 days of medical care. A provisional protection order barred the man from approaching the victim within 50 m for five days, and he was held for 24 hours pending presentation to the prosecutor.

On 10‑11 July 2026, police in Sâncel, Alba county detained a 30‑year‑old man who, after consuming alcohol, hit his 54‑year‑old father with a blunt object on the thigh. He also received a five‑day protective order and was held for 24 hours before being presented to the Blaj prosecutor.