Crime
Latest news on crime from Spain.
Who is behind the recent spate of killings in Barcelona?
Three people have been shot dead point-blank in the Catalan capital in as many weeks, the latest happening just outside a police station and during Pope Leo's visit to Barcelona. Is there a reason for this spike in murders?
British couple arrested in Spain for abandoning their three children to go partying
Spanish police have arrested a British couple for allegedly leaving their three children aged four and under alone in a hotel in the Málaga town of Benalmádena. The youngest - just six months old - has tested positive for cocaine.
Gestor who charged foreigners €400 for residency appointments arrested in Spain
A registered gestor agent has been arrested in western Spain for blocking out all citas previas (appointments) on the immigration website and then charging foreigners €300 to €400 to get seen, proof that it’s not only clandestine agents exploiting the system.
What's the statute of limitations in Spain?
Having an idea of the law in Spain and, more specifically, when crimes 'expire', will help you if you ever find yourself in legal trouble.
Mango founder's son denies pushing his father off cliff
Jonathan Andic, son of the founder of the Mango clothing empire, who has been arrested in Spain as part of an investigation into his father's 2024 death, has denied the accusation of murder.
Four held after clashes at Spain airport as Gaza activists return
Police detained four people at Bilbao airport in northern Spain on Saturday following clashes that broke out after activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla returned home, officials said.
Three Canadian police officers arrested in Spain over sexual assault
Three off-duty Canadian police officers have been arrested in Spain over the alleged assault of a woman while on holiday in Barcelona, officials said Thursday.
What are the penalties and prison sentences for tax evasion in Spain?
Spain takes tax fraud very seriously and there can be severe consequences if you're found out. Read on to find out what the fines and possible jail sentences are for tax evasion.
Mango heir released on bail after arrest over father's fatal cliff fall
The eldest son of Spanish clothing empire Mango's founder Isak Andic was released on Tuesday after posting one million euros' bail following his arrest in a murder inquiry into his father's 2024 death.
Mango founder's son arrested in Spain over father's death
Spanish police said Tuesday they have arrested the eldest son of Mango clothing empire founder Isak Andic over his father's death during a hiking trip in December 2024.
Shakira to get €55 million from Spanish taxman after winning fraud case
A Spanish court has ordered the tax authority to refund Colombian pop star Shakira more than €55 million ($64 million) improperly collected in a dispute over her 2011 taxes, according to a ruling seen Monday.
Spain arrests top UK fugitive in Benidorm drug bust
Spanish police on Thursday said they had arrested one of Britain's most-wanted fugitives after snuffing out a drug trafficking and forgery group concealed in the famed beach resort of Benidorm.
Two Spanish civil guards killed in drug chase crash
Spain's Civil Guard said two of its officers were killed on Friday after their boats collided while chasing suspected drug traffickers in the Atlantic.
How does Spain's tax agency detect fraudulent declarations?
If you live in Spain, you’ll need to be fully aware of all the tax implications and make sure you adhere to the rules, otherwise you may be fined or worse. Here's how the Spanish tax agency finds out if you're not declaring properly.
Spain seizes record cocaine haul in Atlantic
Spanish police have impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship in the Atlantic Ocean, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tonnes, a union said on Monday.
Young South American footballers scammed and abandoned in Spain
Spanish police announced Friday the arrest of a man suspected of defrauding young South Americans by promising them access to major football clubs in Spain in exchange for up to €3,000 ($3,500), only for many to end up abandoned and on the street.
Indonesia deports Scottish crime boss wanted in Spain on drug charges
Indonesia has deported UK fugitive Steven Lyons, who was arrested on the resort island of Bali last month for alleged transnational drug trafficking and money laundering in Spain, immigration officials said Wednesday.
Spain uncovers 'maze-like' drug tunnel to Morocco
Spanish police on Tuesday said they had uncovered a technologically sophisticated and "maze-like" underground tunnel used to smuggle tonnes of hashish from Morocco to Spain's North African exclave of Ceuta and Europe.
Spain rules non-consensual kiss on hand is sexual assault
Spain’s Supreme Court has ruled that kissing a person’s hand without their consent constitutes sexual assault rather than street harassment, according to a decision obtained by AFP on Monday.
Over 12 tonnes of new KitKat chocolate range stolen in Europe
A huge shipment of Nestle's crunchy KitKat chocolate bars was stolen in Europe, the brand said, warning that the heist risked causing shortages in stores right before Easter.
Spain court rejects trial for ex-govt leader over deadly 2024 floods
A Spanish court on Monday rejected a bid to put Valencia's former regional president on trial over his handling of deadly 2024 floods, ruling there was no evidence of a legal violation.
Spain shocked after fire kills three women in gender violence case
Spain was on Wednesday shocked by one of its worst episodes of gender-based violence as police investigated a suspected arson attack on a residential building that left three women dead and four other people injured.
REVEALED: What Spain's latest crime stats say about safety
Has life in Spain become safer or more dangerous over the last year? Here's what you need to know about the Spanish Interior Ministry's most recent crime report.