According to reporting by BBC News, Maricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old Spanish pensioner whose controversial eviction triggered protests across Spain, has passed away.

In September, Abascal was forcibly removed on a stretcher from the apartment where she had lived for more than 70 years. The incident quickly drew widespread public attention and ignited demonstrations regarding housing rights.

Her eviction brought national focus to growing tensions around housing affordability and the protection of vulnerable elderly residents facing removal from their homes.

Readers can find the full original report and further details on BBC News.