# Workplace fatality investigation in Italy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/workplace-fatality-investigation-in-italy
> Updated: 2026-10-11T10:57:32.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

In Prata Principato Ultra, the Avellino Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation into the death of 55-year-old Pietro Pellegrino. The victim died after falling approximately 12 meters from the roof of a disused industrial facility while dismantling and transporting photovoltaic panels. 

Preliminary findings indicate the fall occurred when the victim stepped on a fiberglass skylight that gave way. Investigators are currently examining workplace safety protocols, the use of personal protective equipment, and the oversight responsibilities of the project’s management. Seven individuals linked to the commissioning client, the executing company, and site safety management have been placed under investigation for manslaughter. An autopsy has been ordered to clarify the circumstances of the death.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Avellino prosecutors investigate seven after fatal industrial roof fall

Seven people are under investigation for manslaughter after 55-year-old Pietro Pellegrino fell 12 meters from an industrial roof in Prata Principato Ultra during solar panel removal.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/avellino-prosecutors-investigate-seven-after-fatal-industrial-roof-fall

### 2026-10-06: Porcia: Man dies after falling from roof while cleaning solar panels

Stefano Facca, 61, died after falling from a roof while cleaning solar panels in Porcia, Italy. He was reportedly working without a safety harness when the accident occurred.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/porcia-man-dies-after-falling-from-roof-while-cleaning-solar-panels

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