The Prosecutor’s Office in Barcelona has filed an arrest warrant and sent the case to the temporary prison system, with the matter heading for a hearing this Wednesday morning. The proceeding centers on a man known locally as the “love swindler,” and officials are preparing for a formal decision on charges that could shape the next steps in the ongoing investigation.
At the hearing, the judge will determine whether to issue an order in the coming days, after the defense for Cavallé indicated that they would present arguments in support of the accused. Cavallé did not appear in court, citing illness, and stated that no supporting documents were submitted on the day of the hearing, though he pledged to provide the court with a formal update through his attorney in the near future.
Because the defendant was absent, both sides agreed to pause the case temporarily, noting that in absentia trials are not permitted for defendants who face more than two years in prison. The pause preserves due process while the legal team considers the next steps in the defense strategy.
Specifically, the prosecution is seeking a three-year prison sentence for alleged perpetual fraud. The indictment, to which European authorities reportedly have access, alleges that the defendant received 850 euros in two separate loans and failed to repay the amounts in full. The case details the financial harm alleged by the state and the burden of proof required to establish the fraud charges beyond a reasonable doubt. [Citation: official court records]
On the other hand, the defense challenges the charges and has requested acquittal for Cavallé. They note the defendant has a lengthy criminal history, including eight prior convictions, with five of those convictions deemed conclusive for fraud. The defense contends that the evidence presented does not demonstrate the intent or actions required to sustain a guilty verdict under the applicable statutes, and they maintain that there was no legitimate basis for the asserted losses.
The broader context of the case touches on ongoing concerns about financial deception and the protections afforded to defendants within the Spanish legal system. Legal observers point out that the outcome will hinge on the credibility of testimony and the availability of documentary proof that ties the disputed loans to Cavallé’s alleged intent to defraud. [Cited reporting: judicial observers]
As proceedings proceed, prosecutors are expected to present a factual narrative supported by bank records, transaction histories, and testimonial evidence gathered in the course of the investigation. The defense will likely focus on challenging the interpretation of the records and arguing that the alleged debt was settled or was never properly documented as a loan. The court will weigh these elements carefully before issuing any formal rulings or orders. [Attribution: court documents]