The Governing Board of the National Police has backed the new operational deputy director, Gema Barroso, who has taken on the role following the resignation of José Ángel González, accused of sexual assault by a subordinate. This unity was evident in a meeting led by the general director of the force, Francisco Pardo, just hours after the complaint against the former DAO was made public, which led to his resignation. In that meeting, the members of the Governing Board expressed their sadness over the situation of José Ángel González. Sources have indicated that all members of the Board were appointed by González, who managed to create a work environment and a spirit of collaboration, trying to repair what Eugenio Pino had destroyed. There is a sense of unity among the members, but there is also indignation at the impact the complaint has had on the institution.
