In a tragic turn of events at a birthday party in San Gregorio di Catania, a 62-year-old businessman accidentally shot and killed his 23-year-old son while attempting to break up a fight. The incident occurred late Monday night at Villa Heaven, a venue occasionally rented out for private events. According to initial reconstructions by the Carabinieri and the Catania Prosecutor's Office, the father, Natale Lo Verde, fired several shots into the air in an attempt to intimidate and stop the altercation.
During the chaotic moments that followed, Lo Verde's son and several others intervened to disarm him. In the ensuing struggle, Lo Verde fired additional shots, one of which fatally wounded his son in the abdomen, while another bullet injured a 31-year-old man in the foot. The younger victim, Carlo Maria La Verde, a student at the University of Catania, succumbed to his injuries despite immediate medical attention. The other injured party was treated and released from Cannizzaro Hospital.
Investigations are ongoing to piece together the exact sequence of events. The Carabinieri's operational unit from Gravina di Catania is leading the inquiry, focusing on evidence that suggests the shots were not fired accidentally. Lo Verde, who legally owned the .357 Magnum used in the incident, has been detained on charges of voluntary homicide. The case has shocked the local community and raised questions about the circumstances leading to such a devastating outcome.
The tragedy underscores the unpredictable nature of conflicts and the dire consequences that can arise from the use of firearms, even in situations where the intent is not to harm. As the legal proceedings unfold, the focus remains on understanding the dynamics of that fateful night and ensuring justice is served for all parties involved.
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