Overview
- The incident occurred during a holiday meal at his parents’ home in Settimo Torinese near Turin.
- Relatives attempted first aid and called emergency services, who arrived within minutes but could not revive him.
- A forensic examiner found pieces of panettone and mandarin obstructing his airway, determining asphyxiation as the cause.
- Investigators described the case as a tragic accident with no indication of foul play.
- His brother later posted a public farewell on Facebook, sharing a tribute to his character and faith.