Katy Perry under police investigation for “Lifetimes” music video in Spain [VIDEOS]

Katy Perry is under scrutiny from Spanish officials over allegations that his music video for new single “Lifetimes” was filmed in ecologically sensitive sand dunes without proper authorization.

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The video clip, shot mainly on the islands of Ibiza and Formentera, includes scenes believed to have been filmed in the protected dunes of s'Espalmador, an uninhabited island. According to the BBCthese dunes are part of the Ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera natural park, a protected area since 1980.

The Department of Environment of the Balearic Islands has opened an investigation into the matter, alleging that the production company WeOwnTheCity did not obtain the necessary permits to film in the protected area. The department is assessing possible damage to the dunes, which are cordoned off.

While the video itself is not considered a crime, as commercial filming can be permitted with the right requests, the investigation is focused on whether the necessary permissions have been obtained.

As of Wednesday morning, Katy Perry had not responded to the allegations. Similarly, WeOwnTheCity had not provided any comment on the ongoing investigation when contacted by The New York Post.

The dunes of s'Espalmador stand out for their exceptional ecological value and are considered the best preserved dune system in the area, according to the regional government's website.