The Mieres Court of First Instance and Instruction, by Order 3, issued a served provisional detention for DHR, a resident of Ciaño, according to the Public Prosecutor’s Office. The case concerns María del Carmen García, who died after a violent assault. The suspect was taken to Villabona prison pending further proceedings.
The man arrested in connection with the death of the woman in Mieres arrived at the courthouse visibly distressed, collided with a parked vehicle, and directed harsh words toward reporters gathered at the door. A threat was heard: “Nacho, I will testify against you,” though no individual by that name appears to be involved in the case. The expletive shouted by the man attracted immediate attention from onlookers and local media.
The defendant’s attorney, Emilio Matanza, stated that his client is exercising his right not to testify. He emphasized that he does not dispute the facts and has followed legal guidance to refrain from testifying at this stage. The lawyer noted that the trial procedures were not fully sealed and that there is insufficient time to review everything in the file. He added that the defendant will testify when the full judicial file becomes accessible.
Attorney Matanza, speaking on behalf of the Prensa Ibérica group outlet, referenced that the apartment involved had been under police scrutiny, mentioning possible associations with drug-related activity. He indicated that neighbors described regular comings and goings of people who appeared to be involved in troubling behavior.
The Asturias Public Prosecutor’s Office requested provisional detention without bail for the man in connection with the death. The Public Prosecutor believes there are substantial indications of involvement and that the events may amount to murder or homicide, a classification that could evolve as the investigation progresses. The court approved the request, noting a risk of escape and potential evidence concealment. The detainee will remain imprisoned during the investigation.
The investigation points to a death that occurred after a confrontation over ongoing cohabitation tensions in a working-class apartment on Río Caudal street. The scene has been secured by the National Police as the inquiry continues.
The owner of the residence, a home later sealed by authorities, is María del Carmen’s youngest son, who had moved in with his mother and the suspect after inheriting the property from his father. The young man, a Langrean native, was known to be close to María del Carmen, though he was cleared as a primary suspect as the inquiry progressed. The case remains open as investigators assess all angles of the incident.
Neighborhood residents observed a pattern of strain in the area, noting ongoing disputes and unusual activity. A prior incident three weeks earlier involved emergency responders and police at the location, highlighting a period of heightened tension in the community. The neighborhood described a climate where disagreements could escalate quickly, with occasional loud confrontations that could be heard from outside the building.
Investigation
Residents describe calm moments interspersed with brief appearances by María del Carmen at the apartment, while the suspect did not always have access keys. Some eyewitness accounts mention that movement occurred through windows and entrances, with occasional activity on the first floor via exterior access routes. The victim’s youngest son also reportedly spent time in the home during the period in question.
The woman’s body showed signs of severe violence, and authorities launched a thorough examination by the National Police. The arrest of the suspect occurred around noon on a Friday, with subsequent searches at the residence conducted under protective measures. As the 72-hour detention window nears its end, the case will be presented to the court for a decision on a possible custodial disposition. The judge will determine whether to maintain detention or order release based on the findings of the ongoing investigation.
Citation: Public Prosecutor’s Office and National Police statements attributed to ongoing coverage of the case. The investigation continues to unfold as authorities review all leads and assess potential connections to local security concerns and neighborhood dynamics.