Madrid prosecutor opens probe into hate crimes and threats against President Ayuso at Sol camp

The Madrid Provincial Prosecutor's Office opened criminal proceedings to examine alleged hate crimes, threats and serious public defamation directed at President Isabel Díaz Ayuso in connection with the unlawful encampment at Puerta del Sol. The regional government's complaint details chants and insults aimed at the president, as well as graffiti calling for her death and urging the burning of her home. It further reports damage to public property and heritage sites, including the Oso y Madroño statue, the façade of the Real Casa de Correos and the equestrian statue of Carlos III, along with vandalism of street lighting, kiosks and pavement.

The alleged conduct may breach articles of the Penal Code covering threats, serious public defamation, hate offences and various damage offences. Prosecutors will determine whether the evidence satisfies the legal thresholds for these crimes.