Overview
- Mayor Karmele Tubilla said she cannot prove a leak but acknowledged a loss of trust after confirming the questions were received by Sonia López.
- Town officials requested reports from the selection tribunal’s president and the local police chief and are weighing an external audit.
- Tribunal documents dated October 7 show the officer at the center of the case scored 44 out of 50 points and placed second among ten candidates for subofficer.
- Police sources describe deep unrest in the 100‑member force and point to selection rules negotiated with the Erne union, alleging the union delegate was favored.
- Opposition groups demand investigations and potential disciplinary or legal action, with Elkarrekin Podemos open to a no‑confidence motion in the PNV minority government if favoritism is substantiated.