The Mossos d’Esquadra arrested a tenor and conductor from Calella, a town in Barcelona, on Monday. The individual, identified by authorities as Albert D., faces serious accusations that include sexual assault, harassment, and the targeted contact of a minor through social networks. The incident has drawn attention from both local police sources and national media, signaling the start of a high-profile legal process in which the defendant is to respond to the charges in court. The case underscores the ongoing concern about safeguarding minors in and around the arts community, and authorities have stressed their commitment to a thorough investigation and transparent proceedings.
According to reports from Ara, a Catalan newspaper, and confirmed by police sources quoted by EFE, the arrest occurred in connection with a sexual assault complaint. The suspect is expected to appear in court the following day to answer to the allegations and to participate in initial judicial steps. The timing of the arrest places the case within a broader national discourse about the protection of young people from exploitation and misconduct, especially where individuals hold positions of influence or trust in educational and cultural settings.
Ara further notes that the person detained has been accused of sexually harassing a minor who, at the time of the alleged incidents, was between 14 years old. The period under review spans from 2010 to 2014. The victim reportedly had responsibilities at a music school, including roles as a teacher and principal, which adds a layer of complexity to the case given the professional relationship between the accused and the minor involved. Local authorities are keen to verify each factual element of the allegations while ensuring due process for all parties involved.
Police sources have indicated that the Mossos d’Esquadra are maintaining an open line of inquiry to determine whether additional cases might be attributed to the suspect beyond those initially reported in the complaint that led to the arrest. The ongoing investigation reflects standard police practice when multiple potential victims and dates are present, enabling investigators to cross-examine testimonies and corroborate evidence more comprehensively as the case develops in the judicial system.
There is also information about a second set of accusations that emerged later. In July, another complaint was filed against the musician, who had previously been involved in a case investigated by a court in Mataró, near Barcelona. In that earlier matter, a different alleged victim came forward in 2016, but the court process in that instance did not proceed to trial because the parties had already reached an agreement through civil proceedings. Ara notes that the resolution in that case occurred prior to a criminal trial, highlighting how civil settlements can sometimes intersect with criminal investigations in high-profile cases. The current arrest thus sits within a broader timeline of investigations and legal actions spanning several years, with authorities proceeding carefully to ensure that all relevant information is examined and weighed in court.