A 50-year-old man named Lorenzo Carbone confessed live in an interview on the Italian show Pomeriggio Cinque that he strangled his 80-year-old mother, Loretta Levrini.
During the recording, Carbone, who lived with his mother, appeared confused and emotional, explaining that he could no longer cope with her dementia condition. He fled to a nearby town before being found by the police, who had been searching for him since Loretta’s body was discovered.
The airing of the interview generated controversy in Italy, raising ethical questions about media coverage of crimes. Host Myrta Merlino justified her decision to air the clip, stating that she prioritized the police investigation and obtained permission to show the footage.
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However, critics such as Gaia Tortora and Ermes Antonucci argued that airing the interview was unnecessary and harmful, considering the suspect’s vulnerability in a state of confusion.
The negative backlash on social media highlighted the media’s responsibility when addressing sensitive cases. A post-mortem examination of Loretta Levrini is scheduled for the coming days, while the situation continues to be widely discussed, reflecting the need for deeper reflection on journalistic ethics in such situations.
Source: LadBible | Photos: Reproduction / Mediaset (Pomeriggio5) | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
