A newly surfaced video is offering a clearer look into the final days of Noelia Castillo Ramos, the 25‑year‑old woman from Spain whose euthanasia case drew international attention.
Noelia, from Barcelona, died on Thursday at an assisted living facility in Sant Pere de Ribes after a legal battle that lasted more than a year and a half. Her decision followed years of trauma and chronic pain.
In 2022, while living in a state‑run facility for vulnerable young people, she became the victim of a violent assault involving multiple perpetrators. The attack left her with severe psychological trauma. Shortly afterward, she attempted to end her life. She survived, but the injuries left her paralyzed from the waist down.
“I didn’t report it because it was days before I tried to kill myself,” she said in an interview, according to VT.
From then on, she lived with persistent pain, and in 2024 she was approved to medically end her life.
Noelia Castillo Ramos In a clip filmed shortly before her death, Noelia is seen trying to walk with crutches. Her father, Geronimo Castillo, stands beside her, encouraging her with each step and calling her a “machine” as she pushes forward. Despite the visible effort, she manages a small smile.
“None of my family is in favor of euthanasia. But what about all the pain I’ve suffered during all these years?” she said before the procedure.
Her family did not support her decision, and her father attempted to stop it — something she addressed directly:
“The happiness of a father, a mother, or a sister cannot be more important than the life of a daughter,” she said.
“He hasn’t respected my decision and he never will,” she added.
“I don’t want to be an example for anyone” Despite the opposition, her request was ultimately approved under Spain’s euthanasia law.
Although her loved ones were able to say goodbye, Noelia chose to be alone during the procedure. She reportedly kept four photos beside her, memories she described as “happy.”
Before her death, she shared a final message after contacting Antena 3, according to VT:
“I’ve finally done it. Let’s see if I can finally rest because I can’t take this family anymore, the pain, everything that torments me from what I’ve been through.”
She added:
“I don’t want to be an example for anyone, it’s simply my life, and that’s all.”
El nuevo vídeo de Noelia Castillo andando y sonriendo a su padre: Where to get help If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally, reaching out for support can make a difference. Talking to someone you trust or connecting with a trained professional can help you feel less alone.
If your distress feels overwhelming or you’re having thoughts of harming yourself, contacting emergency services or a psychiatric emergency unit right away is important.
For more information about mental‑health resources, you can visit Mental Health America at mhanational.org.
