The judge of Court of Instruction number 16 in Valencia has opened proceedings to clarify the events. This judicial investigation is in addition to the disciplinary file that the National Police had previously initiated against the involved officer for his actions during the rally.
The incident occurred within the framework of the education strike, and the alleged assault generated significant public reaction. Now, the court must analyze the documentation and complaints filed to determine if the events have criminal relevance and if further inquiries are necessary.
The judicial investigation aims to verify the truthfulness of the complaint and the potential responsibilities arising from the police intervention. Meanwhile, the internal disciplinary procedure of the National Police continues its course from an administrative standpoint.
The protest on May 31 was one of the mobilizations by the teaching sector in Valencia. The incident with the officer sparked a debate about police intervention in rallies. The judicial investigation does not imply a prior conviction, but rather the start of a phase to verify the reported events.
