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Garlasco, Commander-in-Chief of the Carabinieri: "Whoever is wrong will answer for it".
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Garlasco, Commander-in-Chief of the Carabinieri: "Whoever is wrong will answer for it".

The Italian newspaper *Il Giornale* reports on the ongoing controversy surrounding the Garlasco case, focusing on the role of the Carabinieri’s Scientific Research Unit (Ris). The head of the Carabinieri, General Salvatore Luongo, emphasized the unit's commitment to transparency and collaboration with the judiciary while stating that any individuals found responsible for errors would face consequences. The article highlights concerns over the destruction of liquid evidence related to the murder of Chiara Poggi in May 2016, six years before judicial approval for such disposal was granted. According to *Tg1*, this decision was made by Colonel Marino of the Ris in Parma, raising questions about procedural compliance.

In 2016, liquid evidence linked to the Garlasco case was destroyed without judicial approval, according to reports. The commander of the Carabinieri, Salvatore Luongo, stated that anyone found responsible for errors would face consequences. The issue centers around whether the specific sample tied to trace 33, central to the investigation into the murder of Chiara Poggi, was among the destroyed materials. The destruction occurred in May 2016, six years before judicial authorization was granted in February 2022. According to documents obtained by Tg1, the disposal was ordered by Colonel Marino of the Parma-based Ris unit before the court’s approval. In 2007, the Ris had noted in official records that all such samples should be preserved and made available to the judiciary. In September 2021, the Court of Appeal ordered the destruction of several still-seized items. The defense of Alberto Stasi opposed this, requesting some samples be kept. However, the court authorized the destruction in January 2022, allowing Stasi to reclaim his bicycles. In 2025, prosecutors in Pavia requested historical records of the samples related to trace 33 from the Ris in Parma. According to two military personnel from the time, the samples were disposed of at the order of former Colonel Marino. It remains unclear whether the sample associated with trace 33 was included in the destroyed materials. Luongo emphasized the Carabinieri's commitment to transparency and collaboration with the judiciary. He described the Ris as a global forensic excellence and stressed that any individual errors would be addressed with full cooperation and transparency. He reiterated that the dignity of thousands of Carabinieri and the value of the Ris should not be compromised by past mistakes, but those responsible would answer for their actions wherever necessary.

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Il Giornale logoIl GiornaleParty-alignedCenterFactual 80Objective 756 hr. ago
Garlasco, Commander-in-Chief of the Carabinieri: "Whoever is wrong will answer for it".

The Italian newspaper *Il Giornale* reports on the ongoing controversy surrounding the Garlasco case, focusing on the role of the Carabinieri’s Scientific Research Unit (Ris). The head of the Carabinieri, General Salvatore Luongo, emphasized the unit's commitment to transparency and collaboration with the judiciary while stating that any individuals found responsible for errors would face consequences. The article highlights concerns over the destruction of liquid evidence related to the murder of Chiara Poggi in May 2016, six years before judicial approval for such disposal was granted. According to *Tg1*, this decision was made by Colonel Marino of the Ris in Parma, raising questions about procedural compliance.

Bias read (Center): The article presents statements from the head of the Carabinieri and references court documents without overtly favoring either side. It includes quotes from both the military authority and investigative reports, maintaining neutrality in framing the issue.

Why factuality (80): This article provides more detailed statements from the General Commander of the Carabinieri, Salvatore Luongo, including his comments on the role of the Ris and the importance of transparency. While it references multiple statements from Luongo, it does not include direct quotes from judicial or fo

Why objectivity (75): The article maintains a relatively neutral tone, presenting Luongo’s statements without overt bias. However, it emphasizes the authority of the Carabinieri and the importance of scientific rigor, which may subtly favor the institution rather than presenting a fully balanced view of all parties invol

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Garlasco case: the liquid finds destroyed in 2016 without the permission of the judges.

The article reports on the Garlasco case, where liquid evidence was destroyed in 2016 without judicial approval. It highlights concerns about potential legal violations and quotes Commandant Luongo of the Carabinieri stating that those who made mistakes will face consequences. The piece references ongoing investigations into Sempio and raises questions about whether the destroyed evidence included critical items linked to the case.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of alleged procedural violations in a criminal investigation without overtly endorsing or criticizing any political entity. While it emphasizes the seriousness of the situation, it does not take a clear ideological stance or frame the issue through a specific政治

Why factuality: no official source document/info detected

Why objectivity (60): The tone is somewhat sensational, using phrases like 'chi ha sbagliato pagherà' which implies accountability but lacks neutrality. The article presents the issue as a matter of legal and ethical responsibility without balancing perspectives or providing context beyond the official stance.

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