Finding his wife live on social media, the beating in front of 40 users: "I'll bury you".

A man aged 57 has been arrested after violently assaulting his wife during a live stream on TikTok in Lecce, southern Italy. The incident occurred around 3 pm on Tuesday, with the woman being connected to approximately 40 users, including a childhood friend. The attacker, who had previously discovered his wife engaged in the live session, launched a brutal attack, threatening her with death before leaving the scene. Upon returning home later, he was intercepted by police officers who took him into custody. The assault took place inside the couple’s residence, with the man striking the woman repeatedly on the face and arms using a heavy wooden object shaped like an elephant's head and subsequently a metal candelabrum. The entire confrontation was witnessed by the online audience, prompting the live stream to be abruptly terminated. After the initial violence, the man reportedly continued to damage property outside the house, kicking the door until it was completely detached from the wall. Following the attack, the man returned to the home armed with a shovel and issued a death threat against his wife, declaring, “I will bury you.” He then left the premises but soon returned, attempting to prevent emergency personnel from accessing the apartment. The 118 emergency service was called in after the wife’s childhood friend, who had watched the live stream, alerted authorities. The man tried to block access to the sixth floor where the woman was located, hindering the rescue efforts. Upon arrival, two police units intervened, and the suspect was apprehended after briefly escaping. During the operation, it was revealed that the man had a history of similar offenses, including repeated incidents of physical and verbal abuse within the household. The victim, who suffered facial injuries and bruises on her arms, declined medical transport. Under orders from the on-duty public prosecutor, the accused was detained in prison. This case highlights a disturbing pattern of domestic violence, exacerbated by the public exposure facilitated by social media platforms. The incident underscores the potential dangers of livestreaming personal interactions, particularly in situations involving family conflicts. Authorities have emphasized the need for stricter measures to protect individuals from such abuses, especially when they occur in public view. The legal proceedings against the man are ongoing, with further details expected as the investigation unfolds.