# Spoleto earthquake reconstruction fund fraud investigation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spoleto-earthquake-reconstruction-fund-fraud-investigation
> Updated: 2026-10-08T09:52:48.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Authorities in Spoleto have seized a property as part of an investigation into the fraudulent acquisition of 1.5 million euros in post-earthquake reconstruction funds.

Carabinieri and Guardia di Finanza investigators allege that a property owner and a surveyor submitted false declarations claiming a building was inhabited and met hygienic-sanitary standards following the 2016 seismic events. Inspections by the Umbria Special Reconstruction Office indicated that only 30% of the works were completed, despite claims for 70% of the allocated funds.

The suspects face charges including aggravated fraud against the state, ideological falsehood in a public act, and failure to disclose a conflict of interest. It is alleged that the surveyor held multiple roles and that the construction company performing the work is owned by his nephew.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-08: Spoleto property seized in 1.5 million euro earthquake fund fraud probe

Two individuals face charges in Spoleto, Italy, for allegedly defrauding the state of 1.5 million euros in earthquake reconstruction funds through false declarations and incomplete works.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spoleto-property-seized-in-15-million-euro-earthquake-fund-fraud-probe

### 2026-09-23: Spoleto woman referred to prosecutors for receiving stolen goods and weapons

A 45-year-old woman in Spoleto, Italy, was referred to prosecutors after being found in a stolen vehicle with a knife while violating residency restrictions.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spoleto-woman-referred-to-prosecutors-for-receiving-stolen-goods-and-weapons

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