Agents from the Central Unit of Economic and Fiscal Crime of the National Police in Las Palmas and Madrid have been conducting a raid since 08:25 on Thursday at the headquarters of the Ministry of Health of the Government of the Canary Islands in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The objective of this raid is to gather emails, documents, and digital files related to the mask case. The investigation is focused on a payment of four million euros made by the island’s health system to a vehicle trading company, RR7 United SL, for an order of one million masks that were never delivered.
The investigations have led to the indictment of the former director of the Canarian Health Service (SCS), Conrado Domínguez, and his former director of Economic Resources, Ana María Pérez. Domínguez resigned from his position in November 2022. Recently, he appeared before the European Prosecutor’s Office, which has taken over the case due to the involvement of European funds. The investigation is ongoing and more information is expected to be released shortly.
The focus of the investigation is on the alleged mismanagement of funds by the Canarian Health Service during the pandemic, specifically related to the purchase of masks that were never delivered. The raid at the Ministry of Health’s headquarters in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is aimed at collecting evidence to further the investigation and uncover any potential wrongdoing. The involvement of European funds has added a layer of complexity to the case.
The case has caused concern among the public as it involves the alleged misuse of public funds during a critical time such as the COVID-19 pandemic. The implications of such mismanagement could have serious consequences for the healthcare system and the overall trust in government institutions. The imputation of high-ranking officials in the Canarian Health Service highlights the severity of the allegations and the need for a thorough investigation.
The cooperation between the Central Unit of Economic and Fiscal Crime of the National Police and the European Prosecutor’s Office underscores the importance of addressing cases of financial crime and corruption. The raid at the Ministry of Health’s headquarters is a significant step towards uncovering the truth behind the alleged mismanagement of funds. The public will be watching closely as the investigation progresses and more details are revealed. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
