The investigation into the murder of fifteen-year-old Cloe in Orihuela Costa has taken a significant turn, as authorities have confirmed that a second minor is now under investigation. This individual allegedly played an active role in the crime alongside Cloe’s ex-boyfriend, who is already in custody. The new suspect is scheduled to testify at the Juvenile Court in Alicante on Wednesday, where the primary suspect has already appeared.

Cloe was tragically murdered on the twenty-fourth of November. Reports indicate that she and her ex-boyfriend met in a dimly lit street after she ended their relationship. During this confrontation, he allegedly inflicted a fatal stab wound to her neck. Cloe managed to struggle for help, making her way to her brother’s home but succumbed to her injuries shortly after.

The incident has shaken the local community, prompting residents and the educational community at IES Playa Flamenca to establish the platform “In Memory of Cloe.” Advocates have called for memorialising Cloe by renaming a nearby park and transforming the alley where she was attacked into a remembrance space with tributes, flowers, and messages.

The tragedy has also sparked concerns regarding safety in the local school. Following the incident, reports of increased fights have surfaced, with the local police acknowledging the school has become a breeding ground for delinquency, marked by violence, substance abuse, and other serious issues. Community leaders are urging the need for effective measures to address these alarming trends.