Calm, cold, and measured, that is how a source from Picassen prison describes Jorge Ignacio PJ as the case heads into a public trial. He is set to face a people’s court starting Monday, June 13, over the alleged murders of Martha Kel, Arliene Ramos, and Lady Marcela Vargas, along with additional crimes alleged by authorities. During the period of the trial, numerous women reportedly had encounters with him that ended unfavorably in the eyes of investigators. The proceedings and security implications are being watched closely by legal observers and the local community.
Arriving in Valencia Prison on May 31 from Castellon, the inmate’s relocation was planned for some time to align with the judiciary’s needs and to keep the defendant within reach of the ongoing oral hearings. The court session is scheduled to run from June 13 through July 8, and during this time Jorge Ignacio PJ will remain in Valencia as the judicial process advances. The Tirant lo Blanc room within Valencia City of Justice has been prepared to host the jury trial, with arrangements designed to minimize disruption and ensure access for the proceedings.
Under the penal system, the defendant has requested and been granted protection under article 75.2, a measure intended to safeguard life and bodily integrity. This safeguard was chosen after a series of incidents and threats within the facility, including allegations that he was blamed for Marta’s murder. The penal authorities decided to apply the third part of article 75.2 to move him as needed to protect him from harm while still maintaining the integrity of the case. This approach has been used to balance security concerns with the requirements of the trial and the safety of all involved parties.
Following a meeting with the investigating judge and the Penal Institutions, permission was granted to transfer him to Albocàsser, where he arrived on August 26. The move and its coverage were reported by Levante-EMV, a publication belonging to the same media group. Since that relocation, the defendant has remained under protective measures designed to minimize exposure to potential aggressors and keep the case on track. The protective regime has shaped daily life in the prison and influenced how movement and contact are managed for the duration of the investigation and trial.
As of now, the defendant enjoys a controlled routine under the protection of the 75.2 measure, which effectively limits contact with other inmates and isolates him from shared dining areas and common spaces. This arrangement aims to preserve safety while allowing the inmate to participate in the trial process. The arrangement has also meant that medical and security staff monitor his condition closely, particularly when he has access to hospital infirmaries to address health concerns. Observers note that this level of protection is uncommon and reflects the high-stakes nature of the case and the potential risks involved for all parties.
Throughout the trial period, the current security and housing arrangements continue to shape proceedings. The court has indicated that the defendant will be housed in a designated isolation module used for high-risk detainees. Such isolation is intended to prevent contact with other detainees while ensuring the ability to attend court sessions in person. In this context, the 75.2 status provides a framework for maintaining safety and order within the penal system while the legal process unfolds. Observers emphasize that this approach is part of a broader effort to protect individuals connected to the case and to preserve the orderly administration of justice.