Rinaldo Argentieri, former prefect of Forlì-Cesena and Ferrara, dies

Rinaldo Argentieri, a former Italian prefect, has passed away at the age of 66 or 67 after a long illness. Argentieri had recently retired from his position as the prefect of Forlì-Cesena on September 30, 2026.

Throughout his career, Argentieri held several significant administrative roles across Italy. He served as the prefect of Ferrara from November 2021 to October 2023 and previously held positions in Matera, Vicenza, Brescia, and Milan. In Milan, he was notably involved in immigration management and the implementation of the Bossi-Fini law.

Local officials, including Enzo Lattuca, the mayor of Cesena and president of the Province of Forlì-Cesena, praised Argentieri as a “true servant of the State” who demonstrated dedication and a strong sense of institutional responsibility. The Prefecture of Ferrara also expressed condolences, noting his competence and professional capacity.