Alicante Police Chief Fernando Aldave Arrested for Alleged Misconduct

Fernando Aldave, the Chief of the Alicante Local Police, has been detained on allegations of misconduct related to domestic violence. His arrest follows a complaint filed by a former partner with the Civil Guard in San Vicente del Raspeig. Aldave was expected to be appointed as the interim commissioner of the Alicante police force shortly.

Alicante Police Chief Arrest Details

Aldave’s arrest took place on a Tuesday, during the holiday season when he was on vacation. He spent the night in custody at Civil Guard facilities and was scheduled for a court appearance the following day. His separation from his wife was recently reported, raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding his arrest.

Previous Achievements

In October 2020, Aldave received the Cruz Blanca medal for his dedication to police service and commitment to safety in Alicante. He was in line to take over from the current chief, José María Conesa, who is set to retire soon.

Reactions from Local Authorities

• The Alicante City Council stated that they do not have official knowledge of the situation.
• Security Councilor Julio Calero emphasized that any precautionary measures would be determined by judicial decisions, respecting the presumption of innocence.
• Opposition parties are calling for Aldave’s temporary suspension pending the resolution of the case.

Political Response

Members of the opposition have expressed concern about the implications of having a police chief accused of domestic violence. Rafa Mas from Compromís demanded the cancellation of Aldave’s impending appointment as commissioner and called for an investigation. Victoria Melgosa from the PSOE labeled the situation as “very serious,” emphasizing the need for police officers to ensure public safety. Manolo Copé of EU-Podem stressed the importance of and immediate action against instances of domestic violence.

While Vox refrained from commenting on personal matters directly, their spokesperson lamented the timing of such incidents, coinciding with a significant week for the local police force’s future evaluations.

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