Two Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism in Spain’s Basque Country
Police in Spain’s Basque Country have arrested two people on suspicion of terrorism following an investigation into sensitive information concerning security forces and the possible location of weapons and explosives.
The arrests took place on Saturday, October 17, in the border city of Irun, in Gipuzkoa province. The suspects are a 34-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, both Spanish nationals, according to the regional police.
Authorities said the pair appeared at a police station accompanied by their lawyer before being taken into custody. They are expected to be brought before Spain’s National Court after questioning and the completion of the necessary investigative procedures.
Investigation Began After Police Stop in September
The investigation began on September 26, when officers stopped and identified three people during a routine traffic check in Eskoriatza, another town in Gipuzkoa.
During the check, police reportedly found sensitive material containing information about security forces and a possible location where weapons and explosives might be stored.
The discovery prompted the regional police to open an investigation and coordinate with Spain’s National Court, which handles certain serious criminal and terrorism-related cases.
Investigators subsequently carried out further inquiries and held discussions with judicial authorities. Those efforts led to the arrests of two of the people under investigation.
Possible Weapons Location Under Investigation
Authorities said the material included information about the security forces and the possible location of a site containing what investigators believe could be weapons and explosives.
However, the available official statement does not confirm that weapons or explosives were actually recovered from such a location. Investigators are continuing to establish the significance of the material and whether it supports the suspected terrorism offence.
The regional police have not publicly disclosed further details about the alleged plans, the intended targets or the specific role each suspect may have played.
Suspects to Be Presented Before National Court
Following questioning and additional investigative procedures, the two detainees are expected to be transferred to the National Court.
The investigation remains open, and authorities have not announced any conviction. The allegations against both individuals will need to be examined through the judicial process.
Police have said their inquiries and coordination with judicial authorities are continuing as they seek to clarify the circumstances surrounding the case.