Court Releases Santos Serdán: Escape and Evidence Tampering Risk Deemed Minimal. Santos Serdán leaves prison following a Supreme Court ruling. The judge determined the threat of evidence destruction has diminished. The former official is now under travel restrictions and without a passport.
Spanish Supreme Court Summons New Suspects in Acciona Government Contract Fraud Case. The Supreme Court of Spain has expanded its list of suspects in the ongoing procurement corruption investigation. Following searches of Acciona's offices and those of related individuals, three more employees have been implicated. New revelations promise to reshape perceptions of the scheme's true scale.
Santos Serdán Released After Spanish Supreme Court Ruling. Santos Serdán leaves prison after eased restrictions. The Supreme Court lowered the flight risk. The former official hopes for a fair resolution of his case.
Court to Decide Whether Ábalos and Koldo Will Remain Free in Mask Procurement Case. Spain’s Anti-Corruption Prosecutor demands stricter restrictions for Ábalos and Koldo, who face lengthy prison terms over the mask procurement scandal. The court may revise their pretrial measures in the coming days.
Spanish Politicians Suspected of Lobbying Acciona Contracts in Morocco and Gabon. Spanish officials are at the center of an investigation. They are suspected of attempting to secure major overseas deals for Acciona. Authorities are probing potential corruption and secret agreements.
Investigation: Company Bank Card from Cerdán Case Was Used Up Until Koldo García's Arrest. Court lifts secrecy on Cerdán and Ábalos corruption case. Personal spending worth tens of thousands of euros revealed. Investigators expose new details of links and suspicious payments.
Almería Province Chief and Deputy Detained in Mask Procurement Scandal. Senior officials arrested in Almería on suspicion of profiteering from mask procurement. Investigators believe the deal may have netted hundreds of thousands of euros. The probe continues—details are startling.
Court Permits Jordi Pujol to Appear via Videolink Ahead of Trial. Jordi Pujol, former president of Catalonia, will testify from hospital via videolink. The court will assess his condition before the start of this high-profile case. A drawn-out legal battle lies ahead.
Leire Díez Demands Exclusion of Audio Recordings in Case Linking Her to Santos Serdán. Leire Díez, former PSOE member, is demanding that audio recordings in which she is identified as an associate of Serdán be declared invalid. The defense argues her right to confidential communication was violated. Read the details in our report.
Acciona Offices Raided in Madrid and Bilbao as Part of the Cerdán Investigation. UCO officers have searched Acciona's offices in two cities. Investigators are seeking documents linked to a bribery case involving public contracts. The probe focuses on executives’ connections and the dismissal of whistleblowers who reported irregularities.
Investigation Into Seville Bridge Reconstruction: New Revelations in Corruption Case. Authorities in Seville are probing possible misconduct in the awarding of a major public works contract. High-ranking officials are suspected of accepting bribes and pressuring contractors. Investigators are uncovering new details and assessing the risk of evidence destruction.
PSOE Internal Audits Under Scrutiny: Investigation Into Cash Payments Continues. A former PSOE administrator has denied any wrongdoing regarding cash disbursements. Judicial authorities are examining the oversight procedures and possible methods used to transfer large sums of money. A decision will be made once the prosecutor's office issues its findings.
Spanish Attorney General in the Dock: Accusations of Data Leaks and a Battle for Reputation. Spain's chief prosecutor finds himself at the center of a high-profile trial, facing charges of disclosing confidential information and destroying evidence. Our report covers key details from the hearing, the defendant's stance, and the most unexpected moments in court.
Former Head of Vigo Tax Authority to Stand Trial for Corruption. The former chief of Vigo’s tax office is accused of accepting bribes and abusing his position. The investigation lasted nearly a decade. The trial is not expected to begin until 2026.
Ábalos and Koldo Challenge Supreme Court Ruling on Mask Procurement Case. José Luis Ábalos and Koldo García have filed appeals against the decision of Spain's Supreme Court. They argue that their rights have been violated and that the evidence provided is insufficient. The legal proceedings center on alleged corruption in mask procurement.
Santos Serdán Testifies at Supreme Court: Crisis in PSOE and Junts Negotiations. Santos Serdán finds himself at the heart of a political scandal. His arrest has strained relations between PSOE and Junts. Talks in Geneva are on hold, and tensions between the parties are rising.
New Insights Emerge in Prosecutor–PSOE Negotiations Case. The prosecutor has presented the court with messages exchanged with a businessman and a former PSOE activist. The conversations reportedly discussed possible support in return for confidential information. The spotlight is on the role of the Prime Minister.
Madrid Prosecutor Reports Leire Díez's Attempt to Contact Him. Prosecutor Ignacio Stampa has informed his superiors about an attempt by Leire Díez to reach out to him. Díez is under suspicion for corruption and alleged efforts to influence ongoing investigations. The case involves high-ranking officials and serious accusations.
Pedro Sánchez’s Brother to Stand Trial Over Employment Case in February 2025. A trial of David Sánchez will begin in Badajoz in February 2025. He is accused of misconduct in securing a position and using official connections for personal benefit. Ten others are implicated in the case, including the former head of the province.
Civil Guard General Faces Trial for Corruption in Barracks Renovations. A Madrid court has opened proceedings against a Civil Guard general accused of taking bribes in exchange for awarding barracks renovation contracts. Investigators uncovered millions in losses and substandard construction work.
Minister Torres Called Again to Senate as Koldo Case Gains Momentum. Minister Torres is set to face senators once more amid new revelations in the Koldo case. The spotlight falls on possible meetings with the businessman and questions over funding for Sánchez’s campaign. The investigation is reaching a new level.
Disgraced Former Commissioner Villarejo Acquitted Again in Marbella Spy Case. Villarejo once again escapes punishment in a high-profile case involving the collection of confidential data. The court found no evidence of his involvement. Two police officers received real prison sentences.
Mask Procurement Scandal: Former Adviser and Businessman Summoned to Court in Canary Islands Case. The National Court judge has summoned Koldo García and Víctor de Aldama over mask procurement in the Canaries. Investigators are looking into possible involvement of the former regional head in the payment of €7.5 million. Details in our coverage.
Spain’s National Court Launches Probe Into Cash Payments to Ábalos. A Spanish court is scrutinizing PSOE’s expense reimbursement system, focusing on cash payouts to former minister Ábalos and his adviser. Investigators are probing the party’s finances for possible irregularities.
Former Marbella Official Avoids Jail After 19 Years on the Run. Carlos Fernández, ex-councilman of Marbella, will pay a large sum and a fine instead of serving jail time. His case is tied to a high-profile corruption scandal in Andalusia. Find out how he managed to escape prison nearly two decades later.
Former Deputy Minister Accused in Castile and León Wind Energy Scandal. A businessman from Castile and León has testified in court about how wind park licenses were allocated. The main defendant is a former regional deputy minister of the economy. The trial promises to reveal new details of the corruption scheme.
Minister Torres Under Pressure After UCO Report on Pandemic Procurements. Minister Torres finds himself under scrutiny following the UCO report on mask procurement. His actions raise concerns and criticism is mounting. Find out what is known about Koldo’s involvement and why the scandal shows no sign of fading.
Seville Promoters Call for Investigation into Contractor Selection for Icónica Festival. Sixteen music companies have filed a complaint with the anti-corruption prosecutor. They suspect irregularities in the awarding of the rights to organize the Icónica festival in Seville. The potential financial loss to the city is estimated in the millions of euros.
Court Allows Aldama and García-Castellón to Act as Prosecutors in Leire Díez Case. A Madrid court has allowed Aldama and García-Castellón to join the prosecution against Leire Díez, recognizing them as victims in a case involving alleged interference with the judiciary. Investigators promise more details in upcoming hearings.
Madrid Court Upholds Public Service Ban for Former Navalcarnero Mayor. The highest court in Madrid has upheld a seven-year disqualification for the former mayor of Navalcarnero and ex-official. The decision is linked to violations in municipal contract awards. Discover why the court rejected the defense's arguments.
Former Head of Catalonia's Anti-Corruption Office Ordered to Pay Back €82,000. A court has ordered the former director of Catalonia's Anti-Corruption Office to return €82,000. Part of the sum is considered overdue, but the court highlighted serious negligence in the official's actions. Details of the case and its implications are covered in our report.
Spanish Supreme Court to Try Former Minister and Associates in Pandemic Mask Fraud Case. The Spanish Supreme Court has launched proceedings against a former transport minister, his advisor, and a businessman over alleged corruption involving mask procurement during the pandemic. Investigators have uncovered possible criminal schemes and abuse of power.
Scandal Erupts in Spanish Senate: Former LogiRail Employee Accuses Management of Corruption. A former LogiRail employee told the Senate that a former transport minister revealed Pedro Sánchez was aware of corruption schemes. She presented correspondence and detailed threats and pressure. The revelations from the investigation are sparking intense reaction.
Madrid Court Orders UCO to Analyze Seven Years of Begoña Gómez's Emails. A Madrid judge has ordered a review of Begoña Gómez's email correspondence over the past seven years. The UCO will analyze the messages to clarify details of her activities and advisory role. The investigation concerns possible use of public resources for personal gain.
Court Orders Medical Examination for Jordi Pujol Ahead of High-Profile Trial. Jordi Pujol to undergo medical exam before corruption trial. The court is assessing his ability to take part in proceedings. The outcome may impact the hearing’s format and the case’s future.
