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Oral Trials Begin for Three High-Profile Assault and Rape Cases in Spain

Taxi drivers in Palma and Barcelona and a Salou nightlife actor face charges of violence and sexual assault with significant prison terms and compensation claims at stake.

El acusado, en la Audiencia de Tarragona.
Imagen de archivo de varios taxistas circulando por Playa de Palma.
Un taxista, circulando por Barcelona, en una imagen de archivo

Overview

  • A Palma taxi driver is charged with assaulting a passenger in July 2023, causing head and chest injuries; prosecutors seek two years in prison and €1,400 in compensation.
  • In Barcelona, a taxi driver is accused of raping an Irish tourist in September 2023 after diverting her to an isolated parking lot; he faces 12 years in prison and a €20,000 compensation demand.
  • A Salou nightlife actor is on trial for allegedly raping a woman outside a discoteca in January 2024, with prosecutors requesting 12 years’ imprisonment and €50,250 in damages.
  • All three cases rely on victim testimonies, forensic evidence, and surveillance footage to substantiate the charges, highlighting Spain’s judicial efforts to address gender-based violence.
  • The trials reflect a broader push in Spain to hold service providers accountable for misconduct and ensure financial redress for victims of violent crimes.