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Anti-terror raid in Palma: What we know — and what we don't

Why Some Serious Cases in Mallorca Are Kept Under Judicial Secrecy

Judicial secrecy can protect an investigation in Mallorca, but it also leaves the public with few details.

Published: April 22, 2026
Anti-terror raid in Palma: What we know — and what we don't

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Why is judicial secrecy used in serious cases in Mallorca?

Judicial secrecy is used when investigators believe public disclosure could harm the inquiry, alert suspects or affect evidence. In Mallorca and the rest of Spain, that can be especially important in serious or coordinated cases involving multiple locations. The downside is that residents and journalists often get very little immediate information.

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