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Italian Man Confesses to Killing His Mother on Live TV

Lorenzo Carbone admitted to the crime in a televised interview, sparking a debate over media ethics in Italy.

  • Lorenzo Carbone, 50, confessed to strangling his 80-year-old mother, Loretta Levrini, during a live TV interview outside their home in Spezzano di Fiorano.
  • Carbone stated he was overwhelmed by his mother's dementia, which led to the tragic incident.
  • The confession was broadcast by Mediaset talk show Pomeriggio5, leading to Carbone's immediate arrest by police.
  • The broadcast has ignited controversy, with critics accusing the show of violating journalistic ethics by airing the interview.
  • Journalist Myrta Merlino defended the decision, claiming it did not interfere with the police investigation and was authorized by authorities.
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