Mojacar is taking steps to better protect victims of gender violence, improving police response, integrating new systems and updating protocols in collaboration with the Guardia Civil.
Local officials, including the heads of the Local Mojacar police force and leaders of the Guardia Civil attended a security meeting recently. There they discussed modernisation and joint intervention methods that could protect victims and prevent gender violence crimes.
Improved coordination between police forces
Officials highlighted that closer coordination between the Local Police and the Guardia Civil is central to this strategy. Updated protocols are being developed to improve how both forces share information, respond to incidents and manage ongoing cases. The aim is to ensure quicker action and more consistent protection for victims across all stages of the process.
Training and procedural updates were also discussed as part of efforts to improve response times and ensure officers are better equipped to handle sensitive situations involving domestic and gender-based violence.
Integration of the VioGen system
One such method included the integration of the VioGen system, a national monitoring tool used across Spain to assess and manage cases of gender violence. The system enables police forces and security agencies to share information in real time, evaluate risk levels and coordinate protection measures for victims depending on the severity of each case.
VioGen classifies risk and helps determine the level of surveillance or protective action required, ranging from periodic checks to more intensive monitoring in high-risk situations. By strengthening its use locally, Mojacar aims to improve early detection of risk and ensure more effective preventative action.
Focus on prevention and victim protection
The initiative reflects a wider commitment to both prevention and victim support. By improving communication between agencies and using shared systems more effectively, local authorities hope to reduce repeat incidents and increase trust in reporting mechanisms.
Gender violence remains a serious issue in Spain, with over 30,000 victims reported annually. Local leaders stressed that addressing it requires sustained cooperation, strong institutional coordination and a continued focus on protecting victims at every stage of intervention.
Elli Freeman
Originally from the UK, Elli has lived in Spain for more than half of her life. She holds a B.A in English Literature and Creative Writing. Before joining the Euro Weekly News team, Elli was an avid traveller, with a keen interest in exploring new cultures.
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