Overview
- Prosecutors in Lugo filed a querella after a private complaint by a woman describing conduct in September 2025 that they say shows founded indicia of criminality.
- The Fiscalía opened pre‑procedural investigation diligences and said the reported facts could constitute sexual harassment or abuse in the exercise of public office.
- José Tomé denies wrongdoing and remains mayor of Monforte de Lemos and a provincial deputy as a non‑attached member after resigning the Lugo provincial presidency in December.
- The PSdeG suspended its internal anti‑harassment procedure once the case entered the judicial sphere, reiterating confidence in the courts and the presumption of innocence.
- Local fallout is growing as a council resignation paves the way for Tomé’s son to take a seat and provincial governing arithmetic continues to hinge on Tomé’s decisive vote.