A 49-year-old woman, Noemí Matamala, was seriously injured in Neuquén, Argentina after being attacked with an axe by her partner, Lucas Daniel Serrano. Serrano was apprehended by authorities following the assault. Investigations revealed Serrano has a criminal history involving violence against women in the Chaco province. He is currently wanted on three separate arrest warrants related to sexual assault allegations. The discovery highlights a pattern of abuse and raises concerns about failures in the system to address prior complaints. Authorities are investigating the extent of Serrano’s past offences and the circumstances surrounding the recent attack. Matamala remains hospitalized with severe injuries.