Spanish authorities launched an investigation into a break-in at the Madrid apartment of a politician’s mother, where computers containing potential evidence were stolen. The incident, reported by the Spanish Interior Ministry and police at 5:42 PM CEST, targeted the residence of the mother of a high-ranking official linked to ongoing corruption probes. Intruders entered the apartment, located in a secure residential building in the Salamanca district, and removed 4 laptops and 6 external hard drives believed to hold sensitive data related to financial transactions and political dealings. The break-in occurred between 2:00 AM and 4:00 AM, with security footage capturing two masked individuals using a crowbar to force entry. No injuries were reported, and the apartment was unoccupied at the time. Police recovered a discarded glove near the scene, which is under forensic analysis for DNA evidence. The investigation suggests the stolen computers may contain records of alleged kickbacks and contracts tied to the politician’s tenure, though no specific names have been released. Authorities detained a 34-year-old suspect with a prior burglary record on July 28 near the scene, and a search of his vehicle yielded 1 laptop matching the description of those stolen. The case has prompted a review of security measures for public officials’ families, with the Interior Ministry allocating €300,000 for additional patrols in the area. The politician involved has not commented, and the investigation remains active, with a preliminary report due by August 5, 2025. No charges have been filed, and the motive—whether personal gain or political interference—remains under review.
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