Fabio Savi writes to the families of the victims.

Fabio Savi, one of the leaders of the Banda della Uno Bianca, has written a letter to the families of victims, expressing remorse for his role in the crimes committed between 1987 and 1994, which resulted in 23 deaths and over 200 injuries. The letter was sent from the Bollate prison in Milan on August 1st. However, the families of the victims have responded with indignation, rejecting the gesture as insincere and motivated by self-interest rather than genuine contrition. The letter, which Savi claims expresses his regret for the pain caused to the families, comes after recent televised interviews. Earlier this year, both Savi brothers, Roberto and Fabio, spoke publicly about their involvement in the criminal group. Roberto, during an interview on the show Belve Crime, suggested that the band had connections with intelligence services and that the 1994 attack on the armory in Via Volturno aimed to eliminate ex-soldier Pietro Capolungo. Fabio, in turn, denied these claims during an appearance on Quarto Grado, stating there was no evidence of external protection or strategic planning behind the attacks. Both men were later summoned by prosecutors in Bologna as part of a new investigation into the case, following a complaint filed by the lawyers representing the victims’ families. In his letter, Fabio Savi described his emotional struggle and claimed he had already expressed his remorse publicly through television appearances. He stated that he had chosen to speak out rather than remain silent, believing it more just than hiding behind a pen. He apologized for the suffering inflicted upon the families and asked for forgiveness, saying he hoped the letter might serve as a step toward some form of reconciliation. However, the families of the victims have dismissed the letter as meaningless. Alberto Capolungo, president of the Association of Families of Victims of the Banda della Uno Bianca, stated that the letter contains no new information and does not change Savi’s account of events, which remains contradictory to his brother’s version. According to Capolungo, the association has always preferred to rely on the Italian justice system rather than engage directly with the perpetrators. He emphasized that the families feel offended and believe the letter is merely another attempt by Savi to gain personal benefits, such as early release or privileges within the prison system. Capolungo added that the families have already handed the letter to the prosecutor’s office and that they will not respond to it. He noted that many members of the association feel deeply hurt by the gesture, seeing it as an affront given the ongoing trauma they have endured. He stressed that there is no indication among the association’s members of willingness to accept apologies or offer forgiveness, and that the families continue to seek truth and justice through legal channels. Earlier this summer, it was revealed that judges overseeing Savi’s imprisonment in Bollate had rejected his previous requests for early release or special treatment, including a potential parole grant. This suggests that Savi's attempts to improve his standing through public gestures may not yield tangible results. Meanwhile, the investigation into the Banda della Uno Bianca continues, with prosecutors examining alleged ties to intelligence agencies and exploring whether any individuals outside the group played a role in the violence. As the legal proceedings unfold, the families of the victims remain focused on uncovering the full truth and ensuring accountability. They see little value in Savi’s efforts to reach out, especially given the lack of alignment between his statements and those of his brother. For them, the path forward lies in the courts, where they hope for clarity and justice.