The theft of the Villena Treasure triggers an investigation against the city's mayor and the museum director

The Court of First Instance and Instruction number 2 in Villena, Alicante, has opened preliminary proceedings following a formal complaint filed by the Association for the Defense of the Rule of Law and the Fight against Corruption. The legal action targets the mayor of Villena and the director of the local museum in connection with the theft of the Treasure of Villena.

These judicial developments follow ongoing legal activity surrounding the disappearance of the historical artifacts. The investigation marks a significant escalation in the case, moving the matter into the formal court system to determine potential liability regarding the administration and security of the museum's collection.