Lina, a victim of domestic violence, approached the police in January 2025 after her ex-partner threatened her, yet her request for a restraining order was denied despite being classified as at “medium” risk by Spain’s VioGĂ©n system. Tragically, three weeks later, her ex-partner allegedly killed her in a fire he set in her home, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the VioGĂ©n assessment process and its influence on judicial decisions. Experts acknowledge that while VioGĂ©n assists in monitoring cases, it is not foolproof, highlighting a need for more comprehensive evaluation methods to ensure women’s safety.