Spanish Supreme Court Lifts Secrecy on Investigative Reports in High-Profile Leak Case
The Spanish Supreme Court's magistrate Ángel Hurtado has officially lifted the secrecy surrounding expert reports linked to an ongoing investigation regarding possible leaks from the Attorney General of the State, Álvaro García Ortiz. These reports were prepared by the Central Operational Unit (UCO) of the Civil Guard and focus on the mobile phone of Juan Lobato, the former Secretary General of the PSOE in Madrid, as well as various computer devices seized from Ortiz.
This investigation is particularly noteworthy as it pertains to allegations involving leaks about Alberto González Amador, who is the boyfriend of Isabel Díaz Ayuso, the President of the Community of Madrid. Reportedly, during the critical time frame from March 8 to March 14—a period during which evidence points to possible leaks—UCO investigators found no messages in Ortiz's instant messaging applications.
The findings, delivered to magistrate Ángel Hurtado, come after a significant search of the Attorney General's office conducted on October 30, aimed at uncovering any potential breaches related to the alleged revelation of secrets. The UCO's report indicates that, despite the absence of instant messages, two critical files were uncovered on Ortiz's computer. These files contained copies of emails sent from a corporate account of the Prosecutor's Office, dated March 13, with the subject line 'Complaint Maxwell Cremona.'
Within the context of these communications, the UCO has highlighted a chain of emails where the lawyer representing businessman Alberto González Amador disclosed to the prosecutor that two crimes against the Treasury had been committed. This ongoing probe raises significant questions about the integrity of information handling within government ranks and has garnered considerable public interest, given the politically sensitive nature of the individuals involved.
The development marks a crucial step in the investigation, shedding light on the practices of high-ranking officials and setting the stage for further legal scrutiny. As additional details emerge, the implications of this case could resonate widely within Spain's political landscape, particularly as it relates to transparency and accountability within the judiciary and executive branches.
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