Overview
- Santa Fe’s appellate judge Marta Feijoó dismissed the defense appeal and confirmed the case will proceed to a public oral trial.
- Prosecutors accuse Mattioli of homicidio culposo, alleging he hit cyclist Claudia Laura Decurgez from behind while driving about 53 km/h.
- Security-camera footage recorded the crash, and police reported he initially said the cyclist had cut in front of his vehicle.
- The defense’s bid for suspensión de juicio a prueba, including a proposed 10 million peso reparation, was rejected in May and is now reaffirmed.
- Local reports indicate the trial is expected around mid-2026, subject to court scheduling.