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Arrest in Corrales de Buelna: Suspect Detained for Seven Robberies in Under 15 Days

In a swift and decisive action, law enforcement in the Cantabrian region of Spain has detained a suspect linked to a series of seven robberies that took place in the municipality of Corrales de Buelna over a span of less than 15 days.

The Incidents

The robberies, which occurred between mid-February and early March 2025, had left the local community on high alert. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, is alleged to have carried out these crimes with a pattern of targeting various establishments and residences in the area.

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Mysterious Case of a Man Missing Since 1984 Unfolds in Valencia

In a startling and poignant revelation, the daughters of Miguel Morales, a man who vanished in 1984, have discovered that their father lived a secretive life in Valencia before his tragic death in the recent floods.

The Disappearance and Life Off the Radar

Miguel Morales, originally from Granada, disappeared without a trace in 1984, leaving behind his wife and two young daughters, Sara and her older sister. At the time of his disappearance, Sara was just one year old, and her sister was three. Despite the family's efforts and a missing person report filed by his wife, Miguel's whereabouts remained a mystery for over four decades.

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Priest at Madrid School Detained Amid Multiple Abuse Allegations

In a shocking development, a priest associated with a school in Madrid has been detained following multiple allegations of sexual abuse, sending ripples of concern through the local community and expat residents.

The Allegations

The detained priest, whose name has not been disclosed to protect his identity pending the investigation, was affiliated with a prominent school in the Madrid area. The allegations against him surfaced recently, leading to his arrest on March 7, 2025.

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Spanish Police Dismantle Group Extorting Over 250 Victims Through Sexually Explicit Online Ads

In a significant operation, the Spanish Guardia Civil has successfully dismantled a criminal group accused of extorting more than 250 individuals who responded to sexually explicit ads on social media and dating websites. The investigation, which began in 2023, has led to the arrest of four men involved in the scheme.

The Extortion Method

The group's modus operandi involved posting fake sexual contact ads on various websites, using images of women obtained from different social media platforms. Once individuals responded to these ads, the perpetrators would initiate conversations, eventually blackmailing the victims financially by threatening to reveal their identities and compromising their physical safety. The blackmailers posed as dangerous pimps, warning the victims that they would send "several of their best men" to the victims' homes if they did not comply with their demands.

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Spanish Priest Arrested for Alleged Sexual Abuse at Madrid School

In a disturbing development that highlights the ongoing issue of sexual abuse within religious institutions, a priest in Madrid has been detained following multiple allegations of sexual abuse at a school.

The Allegations

The priest, whose name has not been publicly disclosed to protect the identity of the victims, was arrested on March 7, 2025, after five separate complaints were filed against him. The allegations pertain to incidents that occurred at a school in Madrid, where the priest was employed.

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International Women's Day Marred by Femicide Cases in Spain

As the world marked International Women's Day on March 8, 2025, Spain was once again confronted with the stark reality of gender-based violence. Two recent cases, one in Martos, Jaén, and another in Blanes, Girona, highlight the ongoing struggle against femicide and domestic violence in the country.

Martos, Jaén: A Tragic Discovery

In Martos, a town in the province of Jaén, authorities are investigating a potential case of femicide after a woman was found dead. The incident, which occurred in the days leading up to International Women's Day, has sent shockwaves through the local community. While details are still emerging, the case is being treated as a possible gender-based crime, adding to the alarming statistics of women murdered by their partners or ex-partners in Spain.

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