Iulian Odriste

Iulian Odriste is a convicted murderer who gained notoriety for the brutal killing of Nuria López, a prison cook, on March 13, 2024, at the Mas d’Enric prison in Tarragona, Spain. Odriste, who was already serving an 11-year sentence for a previous homicide, attacked López in a prison kitchen before committing suicide. His actions triggered widespread scrutiny of Spain's penitentiary system, leading to significant changes in protocol regarding the employment of inmates with violent backgrounds.