In a charged atmosphere last night in Santpedor, Barcelona, a member of the Candidatura d'Unitat Popular (CUP), Aniol Vila, was arrested by the Mossos d'Esquadra during a municipal council meeting. The meeting was significant as it marked the swearing-in of Jordi Soteras, a councilor from Aliança Catalana who was previously affiliated with Junts party. The event drew opposing protests outside the council, highlighting the local tensions surrounding political affiliations and democratic representation.

Vila, along with two other CUP councilors, protested against the exclusion of local residents who were demonstrating against Soteras' appointment. The rising tensions culminated in Vila's arrest, leading to accusations of serious disobedience to authorities. Following these events, he was released from custody with charges, expressing his concern over what he termed a 'democratic anomaly' regarding party affiliation and the transition of power within local politics.

This incident has broader implications, as it exemplifies the intense political divides in Catalonia, characterized by the ongoing debates around independence and the role of various parties in local governance. The confrontation reflects the feelings of discontent among some factions of the electorate, particularly those aligned with the CUP, who view such appointments as undermining their political values and the democratic process in the region.