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Italy's Education Ministry Ends Probe in Paolo Mendico Case, Moves to Discipline School Staff

Inspectors concluded the Pacinotti institute minimized sustained bullying of the 14-year-old, triggering formal disciplinary proceedings.

Overview

  • The ministry has closed its inspection at the Pacinotti campus in Santi Cosma e Damiano and will issue disciplinary contestations to involved staff.
  • A dossier to the Lazio regional school office identifies three teachers who could face suspension, with possible criminal implications if omissions emerge.
  • Juvenile prosecutors in Rome are assessing the roles of some classmates as alleged bullies, while Cassino prosecutors examine potential adult responsibility.
  • No names have been entered in the suspects' register to date, as technical analyses of phones and chats continue.
  • Paolo's parents had repeatedly reported bullying they say was downplayed; his brother Ivan welcomed the inspectors' findings but says the family has not yet received formal notice.