A young woman from Novelda, aged 22, is serving a 22-year sentence for planning and carrying out the murder of her husband in Valencia. She was recently moved from Picassent prison in Valencia to Fontcalent in Alicante as part of a transfer process that aimed to place her closer to family support and her upcoming child. The move occurred last week, and guards confirmed she was admitted to the Mothers’ Unit at Fontcalent to accommodate her pregnancy and ensure appropriate care ahead of the birth. The Mothers’ Unit is a specialized section designed to provide support and a safer environment for incarcerated mothers who are awaiting or caring for their newborns. This unit is separate from other living areas and currently hosts around fifteen inmates. Since arriving at Fontcalent, reports indicate she has remained courteous and cooperative with staff and has not caused disturbances.
The father of the expected child is another inmate from Picassent who is serving a sentence for murder. He has not, however, been transferred to Fontcalent at this time. The case centers on the woman, commonly referred to in local coverage as Maje, who was found guilty of stabbing the victim, a man identified as the novelist and engineer Antonio Navarro, on August 16, 2017. The incident occurred in a garage on Calamocha Street in Valencia while the victim was on his way to work. The crime was connected to a relationship with a partner known as Salva, who was later sentenced to 17 years in prison for related involvement.
Earlier reporting indicated that Maje had a prior history of unstable relationships and social connections within the prison environment. Allegations surfaced suggesting that she engaged in intimate relationships with several fellow inmates. It was noted that she had meetings with inmates beyond expected boundaries and that relations inside the facility played a role in the broader context of the case. An ongoing review of the situation has emphasized how personal links and outside interests can influence the dynamics of life inside a correctional institution. This background has been part of the public discussion surrounding the case, contributing to the perception of the events and the sequence of legal actions that followed. The case has drawn attention to how relationships formed in custody can intersect with legal processes and sentencing outcomes, underscoring the multifaceted nature of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation within the prison system.