The court in Badajoz, which last week requested documentation following a lawsuit filed by the pseudo-union Manos Limpias regarding David Sánchez Pérez-Castejón, brother of the Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has opened an investigation for alleged crimes against the Public Administration, the Public Treasury, embezzlement, prevarication, and influence peddling. The judge is investigating Sánchez, the president of the Diputación de Badajoz, and another employee of that provincial administration, according to the Superior Court of Justice of Extremadura. The judge of the Instruction Court Number 3 of the city of Badajoz has requested the Diputación to provide him with Sánchez’s contract. David Sánchez has been working for seven years—before his brother became the Prime Minister—in the orchestra of the Conservatory of Music of Badajoz and is coordinator of that activity in the provincial Diputación.
Manos Limpias, which also filed a complaint against the President’s wife, Begoña Gómez, is now accusing the brother of the socialist leader of embezzlement for information published stating that David Sánchez does not attend his job and resides in Portugal to avoid paying taxes in Spain, a theory also supported by the Extremadura PP. In their complaint, the pseudo-union also points fingers at the secretary of the Extremadura socialists and president of the Diputación de Badajoz, Miguel Ángel Gallardo, and a human resources worker.
It is clear that the accusations against David Sánchez are serious, as they involve alleged crimes such as embezzlement, prevarication, and influence peddling. The fact that he is the brother of the Prime Minister adds a layer of complexity to the situation, as it raises questions about potential conflicts of interest and abuse of power. The investigation by the court in Badajoz will shed light on the truth behind these allegations and determine whether David Sánchez has indeed committed any wrongdoing in his role as coordinator of the music activity in the Diputación de Badajoz.
The involvement of Manos Limpias, a pseudo-union known for its anti-corruption campaigns, adds to the significance of this case. Their decision to file a complaint against David Sánchez indicates that they believe there is merit to the accusations of embezzlement and tax evasion. This raises concerns about the integrity of public officials in Extremadura and calls into question the practices of the Diputación de Badajoz. The response of the court and the outcome of the investigation will be crucial in determining the extent of any wrongdoing on the part of David Sánchez and other officials implicated in the case.
The accusations against David Sánchez are damaging not only to his reputation but also to the credibility of the Prime Minister and the socialist party in Extremadura. The fact that these allegations have surfaced amidst ongoing political tensions and debates over corruption and transparency in Spain adds another layer of complexity to the situation. The investigation by the court in Badajoz will be closely watched by the public and political observers as it unfolds, with the potential to have significant implications for the political landscape in Extremadura and beyond. Ultimately, the truth behind these allegations will need to be determined through a thorough and fair legal process to ensure accountability and justice for all parties involved.
