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Man detained after fatal stabbing of partner in La Campana
A 56-year-old man allegedly killed his 47-year-old partner in La Campana. He stayed inside his home overnight before surrendering to the Guardia Civil.
Fatal stabbing in La Campana ends after 14-hour police standoff
A 56-year-old man was arrested after more than 14 hours inside a home in La Campana. His 47-year-old partner died after being stabbed, and investigators are examining possible gender-based violence.
Two Migrants Held After Alleged Sexual Assault in Ceuta
Police arrested two migrants in Ceuta after an alleged sexual assault involving a 17-year-old Moroccan girl. Officers reportedly revived her at Trampolín beach before she was taken to hospital.
Madrid protest over Ceuta crisis turns into election demand
A Madrid protest called for early elections and Pedro Sánchez's resignation over the Ceuta crisis. Police stopped a group moving towards La Moncloa, while a laSexta Xplica crew was attacked during the march.
Seville residents lose sleep as car parties take over La Oliva
For four years, families in La Oliva have endured sleepless nights as car-based parties with blaring music invade their streets. With police rarely intervening, residents face mounting health issues and a sense of abandonment.
PP Pushes Senate Law Covering Every Irregular Border Entry
The PP will take a new border bill to the Senate next week. Alicia García wants returns to cover people who enter Spain by swimming. Ceuta remains at the centre of the dispute.
Baqueira death case turns on an €80,000 bail
The first autopsy pointed to a heart attack. Belén L. is now free on €80,000 bail while the Vielha court examines a possible homicide linked to Josep Juanpere's death in Baqueira.
Ceuta border guards block new fence breach attempts
Spanish border guards have stopped a new wave of coordinated attempts by sub-Saharan groups to break through Ceuta’s fence. With Tarajal now locked down, migrants are trying weaker spots and even the sea, forcing authorities to react fast.
Police find man dead for two years in Barcelona home
Catalan police found a 77-year-old man's remains in Cabrera d’Anoia after neighbors noticed years of silence and neglect. His wife and daughter had not left the house since the pandemic and kept living with his body.
Morocco records its highest election abstention in two decades
Morocco recorded 61.98% abstention in its legislative elections, with only 38.02% of registered voters casting ballots. The result exposes a wide gap between the registered electorate and the broader population entitled to vote.
Ceuta detains Moroccan terrorism convict barred from Spain
A Moroccan man convicted of terrorism has been detained in Ceuta and expelled to Morocco after police confirmed he was barred from entering Spain. The arrest came as Spain and Morocco tightened security along the border.
Architect's Partner Arrested in Josep Juanpere Death Case
Mossos d'Esquadra have arrested Josep Juanpere's partner in Madrid. His death was first attributed to a heart attack after an autopsy found no signs of violence, but a Vielha court later ordered further examination.
Ceuta and Melilla brace for a sixth mass-entry alert
Spain and Morocco are reinforcing the borders of Ceuta and Melilla ahead of Wednesday. It is the sixth alert since July and has brought extra police units to both cities.
Marlaska tightens Ceuta and Melilla border ahead of Morocco vote
Spain is reinforcing its borders in Ceuta and Melilla ahead of Morocco's 23 September elections. Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska cited social media alerts and delays affecting thousands of migrants and minors.
Morocco tightens Ceuta border ahead of September 23 election
Morocco has sent hundreds of officers and four water-cannon trucks to the Ceuta border. The move follows Spanish warnings about social-media calls for a collective crossing on election day.
Morocco tightens the Ceuta border before the legislative vote
Security forces have reinforced the area around Castillejos before Morocco's vote. Spain's embassy has rejected online claims about automatic entry rights, while Ceuta continues to process hundreds of migrant minors.
Ceuta residents confront planned arrival of Negu Gorriak
Residents gathered at Ceuta's port before Negu Gorriak was due to arrive on 20 September 2026. The group said it would deliver aid to migrants and challenge migration controls. The confrontation later escalated into clashes.
High speed collision sends car crashing into wall in San Juan
A violent crash at a San Juan intersection left two cars wrecked and one vehicle embedded in a wall. Despite the force of the impact, both drivers escaped with only minor injuries. Authorities point to speeding as the likely cause.
Man detained after driving onto White House sidewalk seeking Trump
A driver reached the White House perimeter by driving onto the sidewalk and demanded to see Donald Trump. The president was at Camp David when the man was detained.
Guardia Civil reinforcements land in Melilla as Spain braces for border rush
Spain has rushed dozens of Guardia Civil officers to Melilla after intelligence flagged a spike in online calls for a mass border crossing. Officials warn the current force may not be enough if thousands try to storm the fence.
Woman found dead in Leganés home sparks police investigation
A woman was found dead with clear signs of violence in her Leganés apartment after her father raised the alarm. Police are investigating, marking the second violent death of a woman in Madrid that day.
Europe Recognises Anti-Drug Officers as High-Risk Professionals
The European Parliament has recognised police, border and customs officers fighting drug trafficking as high-risk professionals. The measure also covers port workers, fishermen and others exposed to violence from criminal networks.
85-Year-Old Man Arrested After Woman Dies in Madrid Home
An 85-year-old man has been arrested in Madrid after a 47-year-old woman died inside their shared home in Arganzuela. Police are examining a possible strangulation and a dispute over whether she could remain in the property.
Ceuta’s Port Runs Out of Space for Migrants
Ceuta’s new port camp was built for 1,700 people, but more than 2,000 migrants were turned away and sent back to the beaches. The city is now asking the European Union for urgent support.
85-year-old man arrested after woman dies in Madrid apartment
An 85-year-old Spanish man has been arrested in Madrid after his 47-year-old former daughter-in-law was found dead in their shared home in Arganzuela. Investigators are examining possible signs of strangulation, while the exact cause of death awaits forensic examination.
Europe Tightens Its Response to Drug Trafficking
The European Parliament has backed stronger action against drug trafficking as Spain faces growing pressure along its Atlantic coast and major maritime routes.
Ceuta migrant camp reaches capacity after tense police operation
Spanish police moved hundreds of migrants into a temporary camp in Ceuta. The facility reached its 1,700-person capacity within hours as tensions emerged at the entrances.
Feijóo pledges a larger security presence in Ceuta and Melilla
More than 3,000 migrants were moved to a temporary port centre in Ceuta. Feijóo promised tighter border controls and additional security forces if elected.
Police dismantle cybercrime network behind mass fraud in Spain
A major police operation has led to the arrest of 44 individuals accused of orchestrating large-scale online scams across Spain. The group allegedly used advanced social engineering and laundered stolen funds through cryptocurrencies, leaving over 140 victims and losses exceeding 430,000 euros.
Vehicle Thefts and Assaults Surge in Castilla-La Mancha
Castilla-La Mancha has recorded a 7 percent jump in crime for the first half of 2026. Vehicle thefts and violent assaults are driving the spike, with Albacete and Toledo seeing the steepest increases.
Luxury Cars Used in High-Speed Cocaine Runs Across Spain
Spanish police have seized more than 2,700 kilos of cocaine and arrested 15 people after uncovering a trafficking ring that used high-end cars to rush drugs across the country at extreme speeds. The operation exposed a well-organized network with deep logistical roots.
Galicia Ranks as Spain's Second Safest Region
Galicia has become Spain's second safest autonomous community, with crime rates far lower than the national average. New data shows a mixed picture: traditional crime is up slightly, but cybercrime is down.
Judge investigates organizers behind mass Ceuta border crossing
Spain’s Audiencia Nacional is investigating who coordinated the July mass entry into Ceuta. Judge María Tardón has ordered biometric and financial analysis to identify those responsible. Authorities are under pressure to clarify the scale and planning behind the event.
Ten Cars Burned Overnight in Badajoz as Police Investigate
Ten cars were set on fire in different parts of Badajoz overnight. Police are investigating the coordinated arson as city officials urge immediate steps to restore public safety.
Sabotage brings Dutch rail traffic to a standstill as pipes found on tracks
Train service in central and northern Netherlands was brought to a halt after metal pipes were deliberately placed on the tracks. The incident forced emergency stops and widespread closures during rush hour. Police are investigating what they call an unprecedented act.
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