Members of the Examination Board for the Local Police in Manilva have agreed to file a complaint with the Marbella-Estepona Prosecutor's Office over accusations from the Popular Municipal Group, which question their impartiality.
The conflict surrounding the Local Police examinations in Manilva has escalated to the judicial arena. The members of the Examination Board have announced that they will file a criminal complaint with the Marbella-Estepona Area Prosecutor's Office to defend their honour and professionalism, following accusations made by the Popular Municipal Group of the Manilva Town Hall.
Unfounded Accusations
According to a statement from the board itself, in recent days the local PP, along with individuals linked to the selection process, has made public statements questioning the honour, impartiality, and professionalism of the board members. These statements, disseminated through media outlets and social networks, attribute allegedly criminal behaviour to the members of the qualifying body, without any evidence to support them.
The board believes that these accusations have transcended the administrative realm and have caused serious personal, family, and professional harm to public officials who, according to their account, have acted with absolute objectivity and independence. Therefore, they have decided to inform the Public Prosecutor's Office so that it can investigate whether the actions of those responsible could constitute a criminal offence.
Defending Public Service
In the statement, the board members emphasise that the selection process has been conducted with full respect for the constitutional principles of equality, merit, capacity, publicity, transparency, and impartiality. They reject the notion that the legitimate exercise of resources could turn into a campaign of personal and institutional discredit.
“It is up to the judicial authorities, and not to pressure campaigns or public demonstrations, to determine the existence or otherwise of any irregularity,” they state. The board reaffirms its commitment to defending public service and preserving the independence of selection bodies, and does not rule out taking civil and criminal action to protect their right to honour, dignity, and professional reputation.
Reactions and Consequences
So far, the Popular Municipal Group of Manilva has not issued an official response to this complaint. The board's decision represents an unexpected turn in a process that has already generated political tension in the municipality. The residents of Manilva are closely following the evolution of the case, which directly affects the filling of Local Police positions, an essential service for public safety.
The Marbella-Estepona Prosecutor's Office will now have to assess whether to accept the complaint and open proceedings to clarify the facts. Meanwhile, the selection process continues, although the controversy could delay the incorporation of new officers. Updates on the acceptance of the complaint and possible precautionary measures are expected in the coming weeks.
