Anguillara Femicide: Child’s Toys Retrieved from Sealed Villa
Rome, January 29, 2026 – In a poignant development following the femicide of Federica Torzullo in Anguillara, prosecutors have authorized the retrieval of toys belonging to her 10-year-old son from the villa where the crime took place. This decision comes as new inspections by the Carabinieri continue at the scene, and investigations delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding the murder.
The request to retrieve the toys, unequivocally intended for a child’s amusement, was a singular wish that could be fulfilled amidst the tragedy. The child’s future, however, remains provisional. During a court hearing lasting less than 90 minutes, the Juvenile Court established a temporary arrangement: the child is symbolically entrusted to the legal guardianship of the Mayor of Anguillara, but will reside with his maternal grandparents, Roberta and Stefano Torzullo. This interim solution will remain in place until the judges make a definitive decision, pending expert opinions from social services.
The Child’s Future and Ongoing Investigations
Managing this case will require time and patience, particularly in addressing crucial questions concerning the child’s life. Social services experts will assess his schooling, social interactions, and overall well-being during recent times. Their findings will be pivotal in determining the future of Claudio Carlomagno’s son.
Claudio Carlomagno, through his lawyer Andrea Miroli, has taken responsibility for the murder, though prosecutors describe his confession as “incomplete” and “full of grey areas.” Key details, such as the exact time of the victim’s death, are reportedly missing, hindering the formulation of specific charges. This prompted a three-hour inspection by judicial police at Carlomagno’s family business. Further insights are expected from the analysis of Carlomagno’s mobile phone and the ongoing examination of his car’s black box (a Kia Sportage).
Meanwhile, the legal framework for the charges is clear. Judge Viviana Petrocelli asserts that femicide accurately reflects the circumstances, describing it as “the suppression of individual freedom that the perpetrator is unable to accept or tolerate.” The prosecution’s path appears straightforward, with Carlomagno facing a severe sentence, even without additional aggravating factors.
Parallel Investigation into Parents’ Deaths
In a parallel investigation, authorities are probing the instigation to suicide of Maria and Pasquale Carlomagno, the perpetrator’s parents. This type of inquiry is often complex, and magistrates are working to reconstruct any threats, pressures, and the extensive array of intimidating online posts from detractors of the femicide’s family. Davide Carlomagno, the perpetrator’s brother, may also file a complaint. His lawyer, criminal defense attorney Gaetano Scalise, has called for respect for his client’s privacy, emphasizing that “Davide Carlomagno is not under investigation, is not involved in any criminal proceedings, and holds solely the status of an offended party in relation to the death of his parents.” However, in the Anguillara Sabazia tragedy, the collateral victims of anger, intolerance, and violence continue to multiply.
The road leading to the villa, Via Colle Due Pini, was temporarily closed to traffic during the police investigations, causing minor disruptions to local residents.
Source: https://roma.corriere.it/notizie/cronaca/26_gennaio_29/femminicidio-anguillara-il-bambino-affidato-ai-nonni-vuole-riavere-i-suoi-giochi-il-pm-fa-riaprire-per-lui-la-villa-sequestrata-39ba93d3-0afc-40ec-846a-90ab504a0xlk.shtml
