The teacher at the Sierra de la Almenara secondary school in Lorca, a town in Murcia, has been detained on suspicions of murder along with allegations of sexual harassment directed at several students. The order of arrest was issued earlier, and authorities confirmed the individual was released after the initial detention while awaiting a formal statement to the investigative judge. The case has drawn significant attention within the local community as it unfolds in public newscasts and official briefings.
According to information provided by the Civil Guard, the arrest occurred yesterday morning. The individual was taken to the police barracks in Águilas, Murcia, where investigators say he faced questions related to sexual comments made to some students at the school. Authorities emphasized that the person in question is a Spanish national, but personal details such as identity and age have not been released to protect those involved in the inquiry. It was also not disclosed which subject the educator taught at the center.
Testimonies from students and staff indicate that a number of adolescents reported feeling uncomfortable due to explicit comments or gestures from this teacher. The reactions within the student body have been one of concern and worry, prompting administrators to review how staff conduct themselves in the classroom and around young people. The school community has been urged to remain calm while investigations proceed and to cooperate with authorities if needed.
In its official communique, the department led by Víctor Marín stated that the Ministry has received information about the case and is moving quickly to address it. The ministry noted that after collecting pertinent information, a precautionary measure was applied suspending the teacher from teaching duties for six months. The incident has been forwarded to the prosecutor to continue the legal process, and the administrative file remains open pending judicial decisions. The Court of the Guardia in Lorca is currently overseeing the proceedings, with law enforcement maintaining ongoing scrutiny of developments.
The person under investigation, who was employed at the Sierra Almenara institution in Lorca, was involved in an incident that appeared to be connected to the broader context of concerns about inappropriate conduct. This development follows reports from another case in which the head of a department at a different school was accused of sexually harassing nearly a dozen students, many of them minors, highlighting a pattern that has sparked discussions about safeguarding and professional boundaries within schools. The authorities have stressed that every claim is being examined thoroughly to determine facts and appropriate actions, ensuring due process for all involved.
Educational bodies have reiterated their commitment to student safety and to maintaining high standards of professional behavior among all staff. The case has prompted schools in the region to reexamine policies related to reporting, supervision, and the handling of complaints about conduct in classrooms and other school spaces. Parents and students have been encouraged to stay informed through official channels and to report any concerns promptly to the designated school authorities or the Civil Guard. The objective is clear: protect students while ensuring that investigations are fair, transparent, and compliant with legal protocols. The public attention surrounding these events underscores the importance of accountability and the careful balance between safeguarding students and protecting the integrity of the investigative process. [Citation: Civil Guard press releases]