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Masks scandal in Mallorca: Detention for Ábalos and García — what is missing

Why Ábalos and García Were Sent to Pretrial Detention

The Supreme Court detained Ábalos and García without bail, citing flight risk and possible evidence tampering.

Published: April 22, 2026
Masks scandal in Mallorca: Detention for Ábalos and García — what is missing

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Why were José Luis Ábalos and Koldo García placed in pretrial detention?

The Supreme Court ordered pretrial detention without bail because the judge considered there to be an extreme risk of flight and a risk of evidence being tampered with. The allegations include forming a criminal organization, bribery, breach of trust, influence peddling, and misuse of insider information.

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