Overview
- National Police detained Baño and searched Facpyme’s offices in Alicante, with UDEF officers seizing documents under a case led by Investigating Court No. 4.
- After being questioned, Baño was released with charges for alleged subsidy fraud and document falsification, and he declined to testify due to the secrecy of proceedings.
- Facpyme created Nexo Retail Alicante SL on July 13, 2022, with Baño as sole administrator, and investigators are examining its role in managing municipal voucher services.
- The voucher initiative moved about €58 million from 2022 to 2024 with 50% co-financing, and anti-fraud officials have requested records from municipalities, flagging concerns in Torrevieja.
- Political groups are demanding explanations and special sessions as the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office continues a sealed probe that could extend to more towns.