New developments have emerged in the case involving the tragic death of Arancha. According to La Opinión-El Correo de Zamora, part of the Prensa Ibérica group, the Zamora Court of First Instance and its Order No. 4 ordered the provisional detention of the La Hiniesta shepherd without bail. On October 23, 2023, at about six in the evening, Arancha Corcero Girón was walking along a road near the village of Roales del Pan, roughly 50 meters from a herd guarded by five dogs. The animals attacked him from behind as he attempted to flee, and the incident proved fatal. The judge’s decision reflects the gravity of the case and the request for immediate measures to restrain the situation. The scene ended with the young woman losing her life after the dogs overwhelmed him on the path with multiple bites. The court’s early assessment points to a murder-type crime that demands serious punishment, and prosecutors have indicated that more than two years in prison could be warranted. They have described portions of the evidence as bearing credibility and have asserted that the suspect bears criminal liability for the described act. From the initials PGR
The legal process has begun in earnest, with the judge issuing orders to secure the suspect and ensure the integrity of the investigation. The provisional detention, while not a final verdict, is intended to prevent any risk of flight and to reflect the seriousness of the offense. The authorities also stress the need to prevent any potential recurrence, given the defendant’s reported history of leaving dangerous dogs unleashed on multiple occasions and the fact that the profession of a shepherd may still place him in proximity to such risks in the future. The proceedings emphasize that protecting the public and ensuring accountability are central to the case. The parties have been duly notified, and the case continues to unfold as investigators gather statements, autopsy results, and other pertinent documentation to build a complete record for the court. [PGR]
Las causas
In the ruling, which has been formally communicated to all involved, the presiding official explains that provisional detention is necessary to prevent the suspect from fleeing, given the severity of the penalties associated with this offense. It is also noted that preventing future criminal conduct is essential, considering the suspect’s background and the ongoing risk connected to the same line of work. The judiciary underscores that the individual in question has a history of administrative issues related to handling dangerous animals, which raises concerns about repeat behavior. The document reiterates that the danger remains if the suspect were to regain freedom, since the same professional activity would place him repeatedly in proximity to similar hazards. The court therefore treats the detention as a precautionary step to maintain public safety while the investigation proceeds. [PGR]
Sacrificio de los perros
The court explains that the dogs did not have insurance coverage and attacked the young woman on a busy public road. There was no provocation or immediate trigger that could justify the attack, and the shepherd was not present nearby to control the animals, despite the evident danger they posed. The decision highlights that the aggressive behavior of the animals could not be managed given their extreme risk profile, and the shepherd’s absence at the critical moment was deemed a contributing factor. The court has ordered the immediate euthanization of the animals because no expert report has definitively ruled out the possibility that they could commit a similar act if released again, thereby confirming their substantial danger. This action aims to prevent any repetition of the incident and protect the surrounding community from further harm. [PGR]