The Guardia Civil dismantled a family-run group importing nitrous oxide to Tenerife. Six suspects were arrested, while authorities seized drugs and cash, along with weapons. The investigation remains open.
The PP-led Senate is sharpening its confrontation with the government over ministerial appearances linked to the Ceuta crisis. The dispute exposes deep institutional tensions and raises questions about the Senate’s role in Spanish politics.
Claims of a double homicide in Tauste and arrests involving named people remain unverified. Spanish law limits police custody to 72 hours before release or appearance before a judicial authority. A linked report addresses playground safety in Madrid.
A 26-year-old Colombian, convicted in Italy of sexual exploitation and drug trafficking, was detained by Mossos d'Esquadra during a routine check on the C-16. The arrest led to his transfer to Madrid for extradition proceedings.
A Spanish court has ruled that a retired employee is entitled to the full 10,000-liter fuel bonus, rejecting his employer’s attempt to prorate the amount based on months worked. The decision clarifies how retirement incentives must be calculated under the national service station agreement.
Two Guardia Civil patrols were fined for speeding while responding to an armed robbery. The automated system flagged their urgent pursuit, prompting a legal dispute that exposed flaws in Spain’s traffic enforcement for emergency vehicles.
A man has been placed in pre-trial detention without bail for allegedly starting the Peñas de Riglos wildfire. The fire has destroyed more than 11,200 hectares and forced evacuations in 18 villages. Authorities continue to battle the blaze.
A 28-year-old man has been placed in pretrial detention over the Las Peñas de Riglos wildfire, which has burned more than 11,000 hectares in five days. Eighteen villages have been evacuated, and two more are under confinement.
A 58-year-old man with a criminal record has been detained on suspicion of causing a wildfire in León. The blaze burned 150 hectares, triggered evacuations and road closures, and affected several villages.
Spanish police have arrested five alleged leaders of a trafficking ring exploiting women in Soria and Burriana. Victims faced coercion, drug use and constant surveillance. Authorities uncovered fake rental contracts and seized evidence.
A caregiver in Leganés was detained after allegedly drugging an elderly woman with benzodiazepines and stealing her jewelry and cash. The suspect sold stolen earrings for €580 and took €200 in cash. Police intervened after the victim's health declined.
Spain has formally recognized Pazo de Meirás as a site of democratic memory. The estate, once linked to Franco, now enters public heritage after a lengthy legal dispute over its ownership.
A major criminal group in Valencia used luxury property and cryptocurrency to launder drug profits, while staging fake divorces to hide assets. Police linked 11 suspects to seven companies after seizing 4.5 tonnes of cocaine.
A 27-year-old man has died after being assaulted near Playa de San Juan in Alicante. Police have arrested a 22-year-old suspect. The incident occurred early in the morning at a TRAM stop. Authorities are investigating the circumstances.
A 1.5-kilometre stretch of the River Lugg in Herefordshire lost 71 mature trees and critical habitat after illegal works by a local landowner. Experts warn it could take up to 30 years for the environment to recover, while replacement trees may need half a century to reach maturity.
A 56-year-old woman was detained after a fire in Llançà damaged 1,200 square meters of forest. Police say the blaze started when she lit a fire to cook. The incident highlights Catalonia’s strict fire bans.
Spain’s Interior Minister has instructed police to seek judicial approval for the swift expulsion of irregular migrants detained in Ceuta on suspicion of criminal activity. More than 400 asylum applications are also being processed, highlighting the legal complexity surrounding recent arrivals.
The Valencian Prosecutor's Office has begun investigating two Vox deputies after they were overheard discussing confidential case details. The conversation, recorded by an open microphone, has sparked political tension and raised questions about judicial secrecy.
Spain’s Interior Ministry has sent more police to Ceuta to speed up the expulsion of irregular migrants. The move follows a surge in arrivals and growing concerns over public safety. Additional units will patrol city streets.
The Partido Popular has sharply criticized the government after Morocco signaled it may suspend the extradition agreement. The dispute centers on Ceuta and Melilla, with the PP demanding stronger action from Madrid.
A 26-year-old man was detained inside a supermarket in Polanco after fleeing a fatal car crash in Hinojedo. One passenger died and three others were injured. Authorities located the man after witnesses alerted them.
A Madrid judge has transferred the ‘Caso Leire’ probe to the National Court, citing evidence of a broader criminal network. The case points to figures with greater authority within the PSOE structure.
A Porsche carrying six people crashed into a traffic light in Hinojedo after evading a police alcohol checkpoint. The copilot died at the scene. Several others were injured, while the driver remains missing.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the wildfire near Las Peñas de Riglos. The fire prompted the evacuation of 100 people from a nearby campsite and forced road closures. Authorities continue to battle the blaze.
Three Moroccan migrants are under investigation in Ceuta for alleged sexual assaults, two involving minors. Two suspects are in custody, while another has been expelled. Additional arrests followed related incidents.
A Madrid judge has ordered six people to stand trial over allegations they hurled eggs and insults at PSOE deputies before Pedro Sánchez’s investiture. Prosecutors are seeking an €8,640 fine for public disorder. The case highlights rising political tensions.
Spain’s National Court has upheld a €15,000 fine against an 'El Confidencial' journalist for insider trading. The case marks the first time a Spanish reporter has been sanctioned for market abuse. The journalist plans to appeal.
Spain’s National Court has upheld a €15,000 penalty against Agustín Estructura, deputy director of El Confidencial, for buying OHL shares while in possession of privileged information. The ruling sets a precedent for journalists under market abuse laws.
A security breach at Puig de les Basses prison allowed inmates to access confidential files. Authorities say no critical systems were compromised. The incident has prompted a full investigation and new security measures.
Spanish police seized 1.6 tonnes of cocaine on a remote beach in A Coruña. The operation followed an investigation into a sunken narcosubmarine. At least 23 suspects, including a Guardia Civil officer, were detained.
Three men have been sentenced to five years in prison for attempting to murder a man in Castellón. The court also ordered them to pay €40,000 in compensation to the victim, who suffered serious injuries.
The Madrid court has transferred the case against former PSOE member Leire Díez to the Audiencia Nacional. Judge Santiago Pedraz will lead the investigation into the alleged plot to disrupt judicial proceedings involving the PSOE and the government.
Spanish police unions have rejected allegations of abuse against migrants in Ceuta. The claims, made by a Moroccan rights council, have prompted demands for concrete evidence. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions at the border.
Spain’s government and the PP both call for the urgent repatriation of unaccompanied minors in Ceuta. Administrative hurdles and a lack of resources are slowing the process, while past legal violations have heightened scrutiny.
A Moroccan government agency alleges that Spanish police mistreated migrants in Ceuta. Its report cites alleged abuse, a lack of protection for minors and disputed claims about business closures. Local authorities contest some of its findings.
