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Spanish Court Clears Former President Mazón Amid Flood Crisis Outrage

3/17/2026

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The Spanish court rejected a bid to put Carlos Mazón, former president of Valencia, on trial for negligence related to the 2024 floods.
The court ruled there was no evidence of legal violations, despite a judge's recommendation to prosecute Mazón for inaction during the crisis.
He faced criticism for delaying emergency alerts while dining with a journalist.
Victims' families at a state funeral labeled Mazón a "murderer" and a "coward" as the 2024 floods left 230 dead and caused extensive damage.
The investigation continues.

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Story summary

The Spanish court rejected a bid to put Carlos Mazón, former president of Valencia, on trial for negligence related to the 2024 floods.
The court ruled there was no evidence of legal violations, despite a judge's recommendation to prosecute Mazón for inaction during the crisis.
He faced criticism for delaying emergency alerts while dining with a journalist.
Victims' families at a state funeral labeled Mazón a "murderer" and a "coward" as the 2024 floods left 230 dead and caused extensive damage.
The investigation continues.