The Guardia Civil’s Central Operative Unit (UCO) has concluded that a network linked to the PSOE, led by Santos Cerdán and Leire Díez, was designed to protect the interests of the party, the government, and President Pedro Sánchez. According to the case summary accessed by National Court Judge Santiago Pedraz, the so-called “Ferraz cloacas” aimed to destabilize judicial cases that posed a threat to the political organization.
Operations to Shield the PSOE and Its Network
Investigators revealed that this organization operated with a “level of strategic coordination” to discredit judicial proceedings and institutions that could affect the PSOE or members of the executive branch. According to the report, the network not only sought to block these legal actions but also worked to directly protect President Pedro Sánchez.
Leire Díez, identified as a key figure in the structure, and Santos Cerdán, described as the main leader of the network, mobilized human and financial resources to execute their strategies. At a lower level, businessman Javier Pérez Dolset was also identified, with his actions aligning with the network’s plans.
Link to the SEPI Controversy
In addition to the judicial maneuvers, investigations uncovered alleged manipulations of public contracts managed through the State Industrial Participation Company (SEPI). Between 2021 and 2023, the network reportedly diverted up to €731,545 through illegal operations. One of the most notable was the 2021 financial bailout of Tubos Reunidos, which involved a public injection of €113 million, generating significant commissions that were later funneled through shell companies.
Legal and Political Repercussions
Judge Pedraz continues to oversee the investigation, while the legal ramifications of these activities are being analyzed. The case has created a significant impact on Spain’s political landscape, raising questions about the transparency within the PSOE and placing key figures under judicial scrutiny.
The network not only questions the safeguards employed in Ferraz but also heightens worries about the integrity of Spain’s judicial procedures and how they might be influenced by senior political actors.
Source: Vozpópuli – https://www.vozpopuli.com/tribunales/la-uco-concluye-las-cloacas-del-psoe-lideradas-por-santos-cerdan-protegian-los-intereses-del-presidente.html
