The report highlights serious deficiencies in the internal procedures designed to address sexual assault cases within the Spanish police force. Specifically, it discusses the case of the former chief of police, who has been accused by a female inspector of sexual assault. Although the police have established protocols to handle such complaints, the situation reveals a deep-seated distrust among agents regarding these mechanisms and their ability to protect whistleblowers.

In this particular case, the inspector did not follow the internal complaint procedures despite the existence of specific protocols to guide both victims and accused police personnel in instances of alleged sexual assault. These protocols are meant to address various forms of harassment and gender-based violence, yet the inspector opted to bring her allegations directly to court instead. The reasons behind this decision point not only to a lack of confidence in the internal systems but also to the broader implications of power dynamics within the police organization as they relate to gender and abuse of authority.

This revelation brings to light ongoing concerns regarding the treatment of sexual assault allegations in law enforcement agencies and questions the effectiveness of existing protocols. As calls for reform increase, this case may serve as a catalyst for reevaluating how such cases are handled and what measures can be implemented to ensure a safer environment for those who choose to come forward, exposing a culture that often protects perpetrators rather than victims.