Overview
- Prosecutors in Rieti are investigating intentional homicide after the bus was pelted with stones and bricks near the Contigliano junction once the police escort ended.
- The victim was 65-year-old second driver Raffaele Marianella, struck through the shattered windshield as 45 Pistoia supporters traveled home from the game.
- Police detained Manuel Fortuna, Kevin Pellecchia and Alessandro Barberini on suspicion of involvement; ANSA reported far-right imagery on their social profiles as chats referencing a planned “punitive mission” are examined.
- Investigators are analyzing CCTV, phone data and seized projectiles, with autopsy and DNA testing ordered, while additional witnesses and tifosi have been questioned.
- The basketball federation imposed closed-door home fixtures for Rieti and political leaders condemned the attack as clubs observed silence and suspended some activities.