A tragic event in Catalonia
The central government delegation in Catalonia is faced with the painful decision of considering revoking the decorations awarded to the former National Police Commissioner, Juan Fortuny de Pedro, who allegedly committed a double murder in Rubí and Castellbisbal, before taking his own life. The government delegate, Carlos Prieto, addressed this issue at a recent press conference, where the security deployment for the 2024 Copa América was discussed.
Research underway
The Mossos d’Esquadra are leading the investigation, which has been classified as a case of gender-based violence on social media. Prieto stressed the importance of waiting for the results of the investigation to confirm the nature of these crimes as gender-based violence, which would allow for their proper treatment at the judicial level.
Reflections on motivations
When asked about the reasons that could have led Fortuny to commit such acts, Prieto preferred to refrain from speculation, emphasizing that he is not an expert in psychology and that it is crucial to wait for the outcome of the investigation.
A profound impact on the National Police
The Government delegate expressed his deep consternation, describing the incident as ‘absolutely horrible’, and extended his condolences to the families of the victims. Prieto underlined the alarming reality that gender-based violence continues to increase, which demands a more robust collective response from institutions.
The need for a unified response
The delegate regretted that, despite the efforts made, the number of women killed by their partners or ex-partners continues to rise. According to him, it is imperative to intensify collaboration between the different entities responsible for ensuring the safety of women in all areas of their lives.
Reactions in the political sphere
The tragedy has sparked reactions of repudiation among political leaders, including the new president of the Generalitat, Salvador Illa. In a forceful message, Illa affirmed the need to join forces to eradicate this ‘unbearable scourge’, emphasizing that gender-based violence is a problem that must be faced with determination.
A call to action
President Illa concluded his statement with a call for collective action, urging all sectors of society to unite in the fight against this cruel reality that affects so many women.
