# Italian government-judiciary dispute over Turin court ruling > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-government-judiciary-dispute-over-turin-court-ruling > Updated: 2026-09-08T14:10:21.000Z. Sources: 59. Developments: 4. A judicial decision in Turin involving the release of a 42-year-old Bangladeshi man accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl and another woman has triggered a conflict between the Italian government and the judiciary. The suspect was released from custody with an obligation to sign after a judge cited his lack of a criminal record, cooperation in providing surveillance footage, and expressed remorse as reasons for the lighter measure, despite prosecutors citing a concrete risk of recidivism. Following the release, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized the move, stating it breaks the chain of law enforcement and prosecution that had functioned correctly and questioning the impact on the local community and the victim’s family. Justice Minister Carlo Nordio ordered inspectors to the Turin Court to investigate the decision due to the resulting social alarm, though he noted the decision falls within the protected scope of judicial independence. In response, the National Association of Magistrates (ANM) condemned the government’s reaction, with president Giuseppe Tango labeling the minister’s actions as “unorthodox” and warning that they risk undermining judicial autonomy. The ANM further described political attacks against the judiciary as “disorganized,” arguing that inspectors should not be used to evaluate the merits of individual legal proceedings. The Turin prosecutor’s office has appealed the release to the Review Court, maintaining that the lighter measure is inadequate given the gravity of the alleged crimes. Adding to the tension, Turin Police Commissioner Massimo Gambino issued an official oral warning to the suspect, identified as Okicur Ramahan, noting his actions demonstrate a “clear social danger.” Reports indicate the suspect has expressed no remorse, claiming he did nothing wrong. Meanwhile, Senator Paola Ambrogio of Fratelli d'Italia criticized the release, raising concerns regarding the compatibility of certain cultural views with Italian constitutional values and women's rights. ## Claims - A judge in Turin released a 42-year-old suspect from custody after two days despite prosecution requests for detention. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The judge's decision effectively nullified the work of law enforcement and prosecutors within 48 hours. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Justice Minister Carlo Nordio is sending inspectors to investigate the matter. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Justice Minister noted that the decision falls under the scope of judicial independence. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The 42-year-old suspect expressed regret for his actions during the hearing. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The suspect was released under the condition that he must report to the police. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The judge acknowledged grave indications of guilt regarding the assault on a 13-year-old girl. (single source) - The judge ruled there was no established flight risk, which served as the basis for the release. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-08: Turin Police Commissioner issues warning following sexual assault accusation Turin's Police Commissioner issued an oral warning to a man accused of assaulting a 13-year-old girl, amid political criticism regarding his release and a lack of expressed remorse. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turin-police-commissioner-issues-warning-following-sexual-assault-accusation ### 2026-09-02: Associazione Nazionale Magistrati criticizes government over Turin court inspection The National Association of Magistrates is protesting the Italian government's decision to inspect the Turin Court following a judge's controversial ruling to release a man accused of sexually assaulting a 13-y 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-magistrates-clash-with-government-over-turin-judicial-decision ### 2026-09-02: Giorgia Meloni criticizes Turin judge's release of sexual assault suspect Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized a Turin judge's decision to release a sexual assault suspect after two days, prompting a government investigation into the ruling. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/giorgia-meloni-criticizes-turin-judges-release-of-sexual-assault-suspect ### 2026-08-31: Turin, 42-year-old accused of sexual assault released from custody A 42-year-old man accused of assaulting a 13-year-old in a Turin minimarket was released with an obligation to sign, sparking political outcry and a Ministry of Justice investigation. 50 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-shopkeeper-released-after-dual-sexual-assaults --- Cite as: Italian government-judiciary dispute over Turin court ruling. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italian-government-judiciary-dispute-over-turin-court-ruling