Spanish Official Risks Life Protecting Seized Narcotics

Spanish Judicial Depositary Faces Repeated Theft Attempts A judicial depositary in Spain, Óscar, has recounted his experiences in a recent interview on Herrera en COPE. His job involves the storage of goods confiscated from drug traffickers, a task that has proven increasingly dangerous. "Llegará un punto en el que si no me hacen caso, dejaré las cosas en la puerta del juzgado," Óscar stated, expressing his frustration with the lack of protection and the repeated attempts to rob his property. He's been storing these items for over three years. One recent attempt involved someone breaking into his property to conduct an inventory. Óscar explained that he avoids handling the items personally to mitigate risk. He noted that the most valuable items, such as boat engines worth €10,000-€12,000, are the most frequently targeted. The interview highlights the significant challenges faced by those responsible for securing and managing confiscated assets, and the potential dangers associated with this role. The story underscores the need for improved security measures to protect those working in this critical area of law enforcement.