In the two-year span, the defendant faced a series of legal consequences, including a restraining order valid for 500 meters, a prohibition on possessing firearms for the same period, and a compensation of 210 euros for injuries sustained. This most recent conviction for Mohamed was added to his criminal history after he chose not to testify at the trial held in the City of Justice. His record already included prior offenses such as theft and driving while intoxicated.
The magistrate’s findings clarified the nature of the harm: a heavy punch to the face left the victim with visible bruising. The case involved Carmen Sanz Lagunas, who, due to a risk of preterm birth, received rapid assistance from health professionals and obstetricians who stabilized her condition.
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Despite sharing an apartment in the Delicias district of the Aragonese capital, the first altercation occurred at the victim’s sister’s residence. The victim asserted that Mohamed grabbed his mobile phone to review their conversation, yet the oral proceedings did not establish that he had directly uttered certain insults. The statements allegedly directed at the victim included: “You are a whore. I know you are working as a prostitute in Valencia, I don’t know if the child will be mine.”
The same pattern appeared in a second episode with a similar dynamic, again involving the mobile phone and a flare of insults. In that instance, the phrases were allegedly: “Whore, liar, you are talking to other men. Of course my son is not mine. I will kill you, that son is mine. If we were in Algeria, you would be dead already.”
According to testimony in court, on January 30, while returning to Zaragoza by car, Mohamed halted the vehicle and warned, “I’m going, give me as much as you want, I will hit you every time you lie to me.” He urged her not to cry and threatened to strike again until she bled for what he claimed was still missing. Upon reaching the capital again, he allegedly forced her to exit the car, grabbed her arm, and, while brandishing a knife, warned her. In a later moment of confusion, he sought help at a hospital after leaving the scene.
Both the prosecutor’s office and the special prosecutor’s office sought three years in prison for gender-based violence, mild coercion, and harassment related to the injuries. The defense, appearing on behalf of Carmen Sanchez Herrero, argued for the acquittal of Mohamed.
These proceedings illustrate a pattern of domestic violence allegations that courts consider carefully when evaluating intent, threat, and the credibility of each party’s account. The evidence presented in the oral hearing reflected the tensions typical of disputes where emotions run high and the potential for serious harm looms, particularly given the victim’s medical vulnerability at the time. The case is cited in records concerning protective measures and the ongoing assessment of risk for individuals in similar situations.
As the proceedings unfolded, observers noted how the legal system weighed the balance between protection of the victim and the rights of the accused. The outcome will hinge on whether the evidence suffices to establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt and whether the testimonies and material witnesses corroborate the alleged acts of violence or intimidation. The court’s determinations will also address the broader implications for the parties involved, especially in relation to family and cohabitation dynamics in urban settings where disputes can escalate rapidly.
Justice in these matters is complex, requiring careful consideration of medical reports, testimonial reliability, and the context surrounding each incident. The proceedings continue to reflect the obligation of the judiciary to safeguard victims while ensuring fair treatment for the accused within the bounds of the law. [Citation: Court records, City of Justice]