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Tauste double murder: suspects in provisional prison
Two prominent social activists and former agricultural leaders, Javier Sánchez and Esther Latorre, were murdered in their home in Tauste, Zaragoza. The victims were well-known in the region; Sánchez had served as the general secretary of the Union of Farmers and Livestock Breeders of Aragon (UAGA) for 12 years, while Latorre was a dedicated advocate for women's rights in rural sectors.
Authorities have placed the victims' daughter, Carlota Sánchez, and her partner, Luis Carlos R., in provisional prison following their arrest as suspects. Both individuals exercised their right to remain silent during questioning by the judge.
Investigators are exploring several potential motives, including family tensions related to Carlota's pregnancy and the influence of her partner. Evidence, including security camera footage and testimony from an alleged mistress of the partner, reportedly contradicts the version of events provided by the suspects. The community of Tauste remains in a state of shock following the incident.
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Carlota Sánchez · Esther Latorre · Guardia Civil · Javier Sánchez · Luis Carlos R. · Tauste