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Andalusia
Regional news from Andalucia
Rage over Algarrobico Verdict
by Hugh MacArthur •
The ecologist groups and several protest groups are not taking the Andalusia Supreme Court’s sentence lying down; a sentence that declared the hotel as having been erected on building land.
Brit Shot Dead
by Martin Myall •
A 49-year-old British man was found dead in Estepona with two bullet wounds to the head. Police are searching for a woman suspect.
Female Rugby Team vs Cancer
by Paula Anthony •
The women’s rugby team at the University of Málaga organized and participated in the II Torneo Rugby 7 Contra el Cáncer.
Here We Go Again…
by Louise Powell •
The surprising Regional-High-Court verdict on the controversial hotel on Algarrobico beach in Almería has left nobody unmoved. The High Court found that the hotel was erected on land that was legally apt for development.
One Moment of Distraction; One Lifetime of Regret
by Vivienne Hughes •
A judge handed down a sentence of 3-years’ imprisonment to a woman driver who had knocked down a father and his young son as she chatted on a mobile. She was also speeding in a 30-km, speed-limit area.
Fatal Photo
by Martin Myall •
A 21-year-old man was electrocuted after climbing onto the roof of a train to have his photograph taken.
Over a Dozen Doctors Arrested
by Martin Myall •
The Guardia Civil in Cádiz arrested 14 doctors as part of Operación Muscle against the illegal sale of anabolic steroids.
Marathon Success for the La Herradura Five!
by David Darby •
The five La Herradura ladies, all running for their own charities have today successfully completed the Barcelona Marathon, with times ranging from 4.11 to 5.28. A huge achievement by any standard.
Female Bank Clerk Attacked
by Vivienne Hughes •
A German resident allegedly beat up a female bank clerk in the city of Málaga. The incident occurred on the 12th at a branch of Cajasur in the Alameda de Colón area of the city.