The arrest took place on Sunday, July 26, following a coordinated intervention by local and national security forces. According to the Vélez-Málaga City Council, the individual has been placed at the disposal of police authorities to continue with the necessary proceedings.
The investigation into the events remains active. Security forces are working to fully clarify what happened, and further arrests of individuals who may be linked to the fires detected in various parts of the municipality in recent days have not been ruled out.
The local government has highlighted the importance of citizen collaboration for the progress of the investigation. They have also called on anyone with relevant information to contact the Security Forces and Corps.
