Judicial Controversy Intensifies in Álvaro García Ortiz Case Amid Allegations of Selective Investigation
The Supreme Court’s condemnation of Álvaro García Ortiz sparks political and judicial dispute over the Civil Guard’s investigative methods and evidence handling.
- • The Supreme Court condemned Álvaro García Ortiz for revealing reserved data following his trial.
- • Patxi López accused the UCO of selective investigation targeting García Ortiz despite many suspects.
- • The UCO defended strict legal adherence and proper handling of evidence amid accusations of manipulation.
- • The investigation into Alberto González Amador has been delayed but is now being pursued.
- • King Felipe VI participated in a democracy commemoration event concurrent with the ruling, adding historical significance.
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The judicial complexities surrounding the case of Álvaro García Ortiz have escalated following the Supreme Court's condemnation of García Ortiz for revealing reserved data, a ruling issued shortly after the trial concluded on November 21, 2025.
Notably, the Civil Guard's Central Operational Unit (UCO) has faced severe criticism from prominent political figures. Patxi López, PSOE spokesperson, accused the UCO during the trial on November 16 of selectively editing reports and targeting García Ortiz amid over 400 possible suspects who had access to the leaked email allegedly involving Isabel Díaz Ayuso’s partner, Alberto González Amador. López suggested this amounted to a politically motivated persecution.
The controversy deepened with the State Attorney José Ignacio Ocio challenging the UCO's handling of evidentiary materials, particularly questioning the integrity of audio recordings which were alleged to have been manipulated. In response, UCO officials defended their actions, asserting strict adherence to legal procedures and emphasizing that evidence collection involved a prosecutor and maintained proper chain of custody to preserve authenticity. They also noted delays in the investigation into González Amador, which they are now attempting to advance after months of inactivity.
This case not only exemplifies the tensions within Spain’s judicial and political arenas but also reflects broader concerns about impartiality and procedural transparency in high-profile investigations. King Felipe VI's attendance at an event commemorating Spain’s transition to democracy on the same day as the Supreme Court’s ruling added a historical context to the unfolding legal drama.
As the García Ortiz case continues to attract intense political and media scrutiny, the judicial authorities and investigative bodies face heightened demands for thoroughness and fairness to uphold public trust in Spain’s justice system.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
