In Madrid, Judge Arturo Zamarriego has made a decision that could significantly impact the progress of a high-profile investigation. Now, businessman Víctor de Aldama, known for his involvement in the Koldo case, and former judge Manuel García-Castellón have been granted the right to participate as private prosecutors in the case against former Socialist Leire Díez. She is suspected of attempting to pressure the judiciary and discredit the Guardia Civil unit.
The case is being handled by Madrid’s Ninth Investigative Court, where Díez has been summoned to testify on the 11th. She is accused of corruption and using her connections to influence court decisions. The judge approved Aldama and García-Castellón’s involvement in the case, recognizing them as victims of the suspect’s actions. According to investigators, Díez allegedly sought to collect and disseminate compromising information about them in order to undermine their reputations.
García-Castellón, who previously headed the Sixth Central Investigative Court of the Audiencia Nacional, decided to join the proceedings after learning details from a complaint filed by prosecutor Ignacio Stampa. Stampa had previously worked on the Villarejo case for the anti-corruption prosecutor’s office. The complaint alleges that Díez and businessman Javier Pérez Dolset, who is also involved in the Villarejo case, attempted to bribe officials. They allegedly sought information on senior members of the prosecutor’s office and judges, including García-Castellón.
The first interrogations in this case are expected soon. Among those summoned are prosecutors Stampa and Grinda (José Grinda), who are to appear as witnesses. Their testimonies could shed light on the details of the alleged attempts at pressure and corruption schemes linked to the former Socialist. The investigation promises new revelations, while the involvement of prominent figures like Aldama and García-Castellón adds gravity and public attention to the process.
