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Ricin plants found near school in Molise investigation
Investigators in Molise have discovered several ricin plants during their investigation into the deaths of Antonella Di Ielsi, 50, and her daughter Sara Di Vita, 15. The plants were found in various locations, including the fields between Riccia and Lake Occhito, and most recently near the Institute of Human Sciences in Casacalenda.
The discovery follows the suspected poisoning of the mother and daughter in Pietracatella. While ricin is a highly toxic substance derived from castor bean seeds, authorities have stated that no direct link has yet been established between the presence of these plants and the deaths.
Recent investigative actions include forensic copies of a notebook and digital searches at the Casacalenda institute, where Laura Di Vita, a relative of the victims, works as a teacher. Investigators are also exploring a potential motive related to a personal relationship, following reports that Gianni Di Vita admitted to an extramarital affair during questioning.
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Antonella di Ielsi · Gianni Di Vita · Laura Di Vita · Sara Di Vita · Squadra Mobile di Campobasso
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Investigators found ricin plants near the school where Laura Di Vita works. www.firenzepost.it · www.ilfattovesuviano.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Antonella Di Ielsi, 50, and her daughter Sara Di Vita, 15, died from suspected poisoning. www.firenzepost.it · www.ilfattovesuviano.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ricin plants were previously located in fields between Riccia and Lake Occhito. www.firenzepost.it · www.ilfattovesuviano.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gianni Di Vita reportedly admitted to investigators that he had an extramarital relationship.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Authorities conducted four computer searches at the local institute last Friday. www.firenzepost.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] No direct link has been established between the found plants and the deaths. www.firenzepost.it