A 2021 rapid deportation of Moroccan minors from Ceuta led to convictions for senior officials. The case highlights legal pitfalls in handling mass migration as political debate over urgent returns intensifies.
Basic ministers again failed to appear in the Senate to address the Ceuta crisis. The PP accuses Sánchez of orchestrating their absences and is turning to the Supreme Court for clarification.
Guardia Civil officers in Sant Mateu arrested two men in separate incidents. One faces drug trafficking charges after officers found cocaine in his car; the other is accused of breaking into a local pensioners’ association and stealing cash and lottery tickets.
A violent dispute between relatives in Massanassa ended in a fatal stabbing. The suspect, a 22-year-old man, was detained by the Guardia Civil after fleeing the scene. The incident happened outside a local bar.
A new dispute has erupted between the PP and the government over migrant minors in Ceuta. Feijóo and Vivas are calling for mass expulsions, while Madrid insists on the urgent transfer of 500 vulnerable girls to the mainland.
A municipal crew in Valencia uncovered a bag of bones in the Natzaret district’s sewer system. Police and forensic teams are working to confirm whether the remains are human. The discovery has prompted a full investigation.
A man in Castellón has been sentenced to 17.5 years in prison for repeatedly sexually assaulting two 10-year-old twin sisters who moved into his home with their mother. The court also ordered him to pay compensation and imposed strict restraining orders.
Spanish authorities have shut down a clandestine lab in Terrassa producing illegal bird medicines. Four people were detained, 150 drugs seized, and links to international distribution uncovered.
Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for cocaine during the Mallorca Open. The International Tennis Integrity Agency confirmed the suspension. Kyrgios admitted fault and will not compete pending a tribunal decision.
The National Court has ordered a fresh, court-supervised copy of Juan Manuel Serrano’s phone after legal challenges to its initial seizure and to the validity of an earlier data extraction by the UCO.
A 35-year-old woman was seriously injured after being stabbed by her partner in Madrid. The attack occurred in Usera. The suspect was arrested and awaits a court decision. Authorities confirm the case as gender-based violence.
Ceuta's forensic service faced an unprecedented crisis after 82 migrants died in just two days. Led by Manuel Aparcero, the team worked under extreme pressure to identify the victims and treat them with dignity.
Ceuta’s migrant crisis has drawn criticism from police, judges, the PP and the EU. Authorities are demanding faster expulsions and more resources, while the government says reinforcements are underway.
A 60-million-euro wave pool near the Metropolitano stadium has sparked protests in Madrid. Residents and environmentalists warn of excessive water use and legal uncertainty. The project is set to open in 2027 despite a court ruling.
A 21-year-old was killed with a machete in Toledo during Halloween 2021. The masked attacker vanished and remains unidentified. Police are still investigating, and the case remains open.
Police in Figueres have detained two men in connection with the theft of 3,400 meters of copper cable. The incident left several neighborhoods without street lighting and triggered costly repairs for the city.
A 29-year-old man has been remanded in custody after allegedly stabbing a young man at the Málaga Fair. The incident occurred in the early hours at the fairground, and the victim remains hospitalized in serious condition.
A criminal group arranged hundreds of sham partnerships to secure Spanish residency for North African nationals. Police arrested 65 people and uncovered €30 million in profits. Authorities warn of widespread document fraud.
A joint police operation has broken up a group transporting migrants from Alicante to the French border. Three suspects are in custody. Authorities estimate the network earned around €100,000 from over 20 trips.
The Valencia Provincial Court has confirmed the exoneration of the municipal technician in the 2022 Mislata inflatable accident. After two girls died, the decision leaves only the attraction’s owners and engineer facing charges.
A National Court judge has ordered a new forensic copy of Juan Manuel Serrano’s iPhone to help secure the legal validity of evidence in the ‘Leire’ case. Serrano and his lawyer were present for the procedure.
A 52-year-old man was detained in Madrid for impersonating a Guardia Civil officer. He persuaded women to pay more than €135,000 for access to judicial auctions. Police seized fake credentials, along with cash and phones, during his arrest.
Spain's Constitutional Court has kept two disputed provisions of the Valencian coastal law suspended. The decision affects property owners and local authorities, while another provision allowing inventories of coastal settlements is now unblocked.
José María del Nido, former president of Sevilla FC, is calling for a stronger focus on rehabilitation in Spanish prisons. After serving his own sentence, he has offered to work with authorities to improve the system.
Three ministers will address Congress on their response to the Ceuta crisis. Their appearances follow mounting pressure and political tension. The government aims to clarify its actions after the recent migrant influx.
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Lleida after a car accident killed his passenger. Authorities say he drove under the influence and left the scene. The incident has renewed concerns about road safety and legal consequences.
Vox’s official group on Madrid’s city council fell to two seats after it expelled Carla Toscano and Ignacio Ansaldo, then returned to three when Cristian Toro took Toscano’s seat. The party enters the run-up to the 2027 elections after administrative changes and legal disputes reshaped its group.
A 32-year-old man has been placed in provisional custody in Málaga after admitting to fatally beating his 52-year-old flatmate. The incident occurred in Bailén-Miraflores. Authorities are investigating the case as a suspected homicide.
A deadly shooting in Isla Cristina left three people dead, including a pregnant woman. Authorities suspect a family feud, and security has been reinforced in Huelva to prevent further violence.
Ceuta's president has given the central government 30 days to resolve the city's crisis. He accuses Madrid of inaction and warns he may turn to the courts. The dispute centers on migration and local rights.
Ceuta’s leader has given Madrid 30 days to resolve the city’s crisis. Juan Jesús Vivas accuses the central government of near-total inaction and warns that he will turn to the judiciary if no solution is found.
Connor Charlton, a semi-professional footballer, has been sentenced to four years in prison after filming himself driving at 307 km/h on British roads. The case highlights the risks of reckless driving and the role of digital evidence in court.
A Moscow court has ruled that a retired woman must remove nearly all her animals, including a caiman, boa, fox, ten dogs and 13 birds, from her 52-square-metre apartment. Only two dogs may remain, and the home must be thoroughly cleaned. The case highlights the limits of pet ownership in shared buildings.
Authorities in Cádiz have uncovered complex money-laundering networks tied to drug trafficking. Local nightlife businesses and frontmen are at the center of ongoing investigations, with crypto assets also under scrutiny. The crackdown has exposed new tactics used by criminal groups.
A 39-year-old man with a lengthy police record was arrested in Tarragona. He is accused of stealing tip jars and valuables from four businesses. The incidents include a violent robbery and multiple thefts captured on security cameras.
