Arganza homicide investigation: Niece and partner arrested

A judicial investigation into the violent death of 78-year-old Domingo San Miguel Asejo in Arganza has progressed following the arrest of his niece and her partner. The victim was found dead on May 18 near a cherry orchard, having sustained multiple fatal blows to the head.

Investigators have identified a large stone containing DNA traces as the likely murder weapon. Authorities are exploring a financial motive, noting that while the victim lived an austere lifestyle, he possessed significant assets and acted as a moneylender.

A judge from Ponferrada recently conducted a reconstruction of the events at the crime scene with the two suspects to detail the circumstances leading to the death. The case is being handled with caution as authorities work to clarify the relationship between the victim's wealth and the suspects.