# Moussa Sangare murder trial and sentencing

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> Updated: 2026-10-12T02:16:36.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 4.

The legal proceedings regarding the murder of 33-year-old Sharon Verzeni in Terno d’Isola have progressed through delays and a final verdict. 

Initially, the sentencing for Moussa Sangare was postponed to February 2026 following a request from his defense counsel to review case files. During this period, Sangare retracted his initial confession and declared his innocence, while the victim’s family maintained that the killing was premeditated.

Prosecutor Emanuele Marchisio requested life imprisonment for Sangare, describing the killing as a senseless act committed out of boredom and a desire to experience a strong emotion. Psychiatric experts testified that Sangare acted with a “terrifying lucidity,” noting that he had considered other potential victims before choosing Verzeni. Experts rejected defense claims that a personality disorder compromised his ability to understand his actions, asserting he was fully capable of intent and control.

Ultimately, the Court of Assize of Bergamo sentenced Sangare, 32, to life imprisonment. The court cited aggravating factors including premeditation and futile motives. Evidence used in the conviction included surveillance footage of Sangare fleeing the scene and attempts by the defendant to conceal evidence by modifying his bicycle and cutting his hair.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Moussa Sangare retracts murder confession despite DNA evidence

Moussa Sangare has retracted his confession in the Sharon Verzeni murder case, claiming stress caused his initial statement, despite DNA evidence found on his bicycle.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moussa-sangare-retracts-murder-confession-despite-dna-evidence

### 2026-10-03: Moussa Sangare faces life imprisonment request in Sharon Verzeni murder trial

Prosecutor Emanuele Marchisio has requested life imprisonment for Moussa Sangare in the murder of Sharon Verzeni, describing the crime as a senseless act of boredom. Legal changes may delay the verdict.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moussa-sangare-faces-life-imprisonment-request-in-sharon-verzeni-murder-trial

### 2026-09-16: Moussa Sangare murder trial sentencing delayed to February 2026

The sentencing for the murder of Sharon Verzeni has been delayed to February 25, 2026, after Moussa Sangare's new defense requested more time to review the case files.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moussa-sangare-murder-trial-sentencing-delayed-to-february-2026

### 2026-09-04: Moussa Sangare sentenced to life for murder of Sharon Verzeni

Moussa Sangare has been sentenced to life in prison by a Bergamo court for the premeditated murder of Sharon Verzeni in Terno d’Isola.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moussa-sangare-sentenced-to-life-for-murder-of-sharon-verzeni

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