Overview
- Investigating judge Santiago Pedraz opened a separate proceeding in the hydrocarbons probe to decide whether to unblock the embargoed property for a €3.5 million sale to Multivertical Work S.L.
- Víctor de Aldama appealed the decision to split the issue into a separate piece, and the Criminal Chamber of the Audiencia Nacional is deliberating with a ruling still pending.
- Seven families who signed deposit agreements for units in the 14‑apartment building have appeared in court to stop a third‑party transfer and preserve delivery of their homes.
- The Prosecutor’s Office filed a report opposing any unfreezing of the asset unless the purchasers’ rights are guaranteed with priority.
- Aldama’s defense argues a sale is needed to repay a €3.5 million loan used to buy the land, citing a risk of occupation and a proposed buyer’s pledge to complete the project.