Cristian Ramírez, the Mobility Councilor of Castellón from the Popular Party (PP), has announced his resignation following the reopening of a case investigating his unpaid parking fines. Specifically, he is under scrutiny for failing to pay 134 fines in the city's blue zone, a situation that has escalated since the Provincial Court of Castellón decided to revive the inquiry. This has led to allegations of potential influence peddling concerning the dismissals of many of the imposed fines between January 2023 and January 2024.

The case against Ramírez was brought to light by a complaint from the Socialist Party of Valencia (PSPV), highlighting that he allegedly accrued a total of 167 sanctions related to improper parking. The reopening of the investigation has raised serious questions regarding Ramírez’s conduct and his ability to serve as a public official. He claims to be a victim of what he describes as a "despicable campaign of persecution" aimed at tarnishing his reputation after these details surfaced.

This resignation not only shifts the local political landscape but also reflects growing scrutiny over political accountability in Castellón. The implications of these charges could resonate beyond Ramírez, potentially upturning public trust in local governance and prompting calls for greater oversight of elected officials' actions, particularly in financial matters related to public resources.