Alquiler Seguro accuses Tenants Union of vandalism in Spain

The real estate company Alquiler Seguro has reported the vandalism of 27 of its 63 offices across Spain, including locations in Madrid, Barcelona, A Coruña, Vitoria, Oviedo, and Bilbao. The company alleges that perpetrators used silicone to seal locks, spray-painted walls, and intimidated staff. Alquiler Seguro has pointed to the Madrid Tenants Union (Sindicato de Inquilinas e Inquilinos) as the party responsible for this campaign of attacks.

The Tenants Union has denied any involvement in the vandalism, stating they have not carried out such actions. However, the group did conduct a protest at the company’s Madrid headquarters to denounce what they describe as “mafia-like” practices, including the alleged collection of illegal fees from tenants. These events occur amid heightened mobilization ahead of a 24-hour general housing strike scheduled for Wednesday.