Acquittal in Samuel Luiz Assault Case Sparks Debate in Galicia

A Coruña, Galicia – The Superior Court of Justice of Galicia (TSXG) has acquitted Alejandro Míguez of charges related to the assault of Samuel Luiz. The decision, announced today, concludes a highly publicized case that has drawn significant attention in Galicia and beyond. The court's ruling hinged on the lack of direct evidence linking Míguez to the crime, despite the existence of a video recording of the event and statements from witnesses. "The court found that the evidence presented was insufficient to establish Míguez's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt," explained Manuel Ferreiro, Míguez's lawyer. Ferreiro emphasized the absence of direct evidence connecting his client to the assault, noting that the prosecution's case relied heavily on circumstantial evidence. The acquittal has sparked mixed reactions, with some expressing disappointment and others praising the court's thorough consideration of the evidence. The case highlights the importance of robust evidence in criminal proceedings and the complexities of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The TSXG's decision brings an end to this chapter of the Samuel Luiz case, but the broader questions surrounding the assault and the search for justice remain.