Italy investigation into Giovanni Sparago death orders new weapon tests

Authorities in Liguria have ordered new forensic examinations on a Beretta pistol to clarify the circumstances surrounding the death of 25-year-old Carabinieri Marshal Giovanni Sparago. The investigation follows his death on April 18 at the Provincial Command of the Arma in La Spezia.

Prosecutor Monica Burani has granted a request from the victim's family lawyers to conduct genetic, fingerprint, and ballistic testing on the firearm and related evidence. These tests aim to identify biological traces or latent prints to determine who handled the weapon and under what circumstances.

The case remains unresolved six months after the incident. While currently registered as an investigation into incitement to suicide, authorities are still evaluating whether the death was a suicide, incitement, or manslaughter. The Sparago family has appointed medical genetics and forensic science specialist Dr. Ugo Ricci to join their technical team to assist in the ongoing inquiry.