In a case that has drawn renewed attention, an individual aged 50, identified by initials as P F R asks again for conditional release after nearly a year in custody. The person, along with Zamora, contends that no crime compromising the sexual autonomy of the complainants has been proven. They report that the events they allege occurred during a vacation with friends are the subject of ongoing psychological care for themselves and their two daughters, who claim to have suffered from the experiences. The defense argues that the entire matter appears to be a coordinated effort to cause harm and secure financial gain.
The County Court previously rejected a similar request in September 2022, citing the need to safeguard the safety and peace of minors potentially affected by the release of the Villaralbo-based industrialist. Judges noted concerns regarding the girls, aged between 12 and 16, who could face harassment and aggression if the accused were released. This set the stage for continued detention to mitigate risk and protect the integrity of ongoing proceedings.
In this latest proceeding, the court emphasized the necessity to maintain the accused in custody to prevent the possibility of flight or interference with the orderly course of the oral hearing. The decision rested on reasonable, substantial indications that release could endanger the rights and safety of those involved in the case, particularly the adolescent complainants and their families.
Throughout the process, the complainants and their families have consistently rejected the notion that their actions are driven by false interests. The case mirrors the stance taken by the investigating judge, who rejected attempts to annul the statements given by the accused’s two daughters and six alleged victims. In the first instance, the girls were informed of their right not to testify against their father, while in the second, the complainants were represented by a lawyer and testified in the presence of adults, as documented in the deposition records. The proceedings underscore the complexity of adjudicating sensitive allegations while balancing the rights of the accused and the protections afforded to young witnesses. The court has repeatedly stressed the importance of a fair, transparent process that respects every participant’s legal rights while ensuring the safety and well-being of minors involved in the case. The witnesses’ statements appear to have been carefully reviewed to verify authenticity and consistency with the allegations, with the aim of establishing a credible evidentiary foundation for the eventual resolution. Further developments will hinge on the demonstration of credible risk indicators and the ability of the parties to present compelling, legally sound testimony. The overarching objective remains to safeguard the minors and maintain the integrity of the judicial process, even amidst intense public scrutiny and competing claims about motive and intent. (Court records, 2022; continued updates from relevant judicial authorities.)