The investigation into the European Institute for the Third Age based in Salerno has further expanded, bringing to light episodes of mistreatment within the facility for the elderly. Investigators from the Anti-Adulteration and Health Unit of Salerno have executed a precautionary measure order against the de facto manager of the institute, Sante Sica, who has been placed under house arrest.
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Karolin Cupo, director and vice president of the board of directors, was sanctioned with a ban on carrying out entrepreneurial activities and holding managerial positions for a period of one year. Angela Pina Grossi, support administrator, was also suspended from her public office for twelve months.
Investigation developments
The investigations, which began on October 29, had already previously led to the issuing of precautionary measures against ten people, accused of crimes such as kidnapping and mistreatment of the elderly. The investigation revealed an elaborate plan orchestrated by Sante Sica to acquire the assets of a wealthy eighty-six-year-old housed in the facility.
Illicit strategies
Taking advantage of the elderly woman's vulnerability, Sica allegedly had two wills drawn up in his favor. Angela Pina Grossi, the support administrator, seems to have collaborated with Sica instead of protecting her client. She is accused of having promised to draw up a false report attesting to the woman's self-sufficiency, useful for obtaining the revocation of the support administration, in exchange for a share in the lady's assets.
Article published on 18 December 2024 - 18:30
