Overview

• Chiara Petrolini, 22, is on trial in the Corte d’Assise of Parma accused of killing two newborns later found buried in Vignale di Traversetolo.
• Under oath, ex-boyfriend Samuel Granelli said he never suspected Petrolini was pregnant and noticed no physical changes even when she was undressed.
• Granelli described inconsistent contraception, saying he rarely used protection and did not know for certain what methods she used or if she took the morning‑after pill.
• He said he helped name the infants and organize their funerals with family and friends, and he is receiving psychological support.
• Lawyers emphasized that court-ordered forensic and psychiatric reports are expected to be crucial in assessing intent and responsibility as proceedings continue.