Rome – A gap in the conversations between Valter Lavitola and Sigfrido Ranucci, before and after the attack, and then the chats with accomplice Gomes Clesio Tavares: prosecutor's experts are attempting to recover the deleted conversations.
Among the expert operations ordered by the Rome prosecutor's office to the forensic computer consultants, in fact, there is also the recovery, where possible through agreements with the foreign service manager, of the conversations between Valter Lavitola, Tavares (unavailable in Africa - ed.) and between the latter and the four material perpetrators of the attack on the host of Report, Sigfrido Ranucci, which took place in October 2025 in Pomezia in the province of Rome.
The gap in communications between Lavitola and Ranucci before and after the attack
The gap in the communications between Valter Lavitola and Sigfrido Ranucci also needs to be clarified. Analysis of the cell phones and computer seized from the accused fixer, who has confessed to instigating the attack, reveals gaps in the communications, which appear to date back to periods before and after the attack.
This morning, the preliminary hearing judges filed their order rejecting Lavitola's request for release from prison and confirming the existence of the aggravating circumstance of mafia methods for the attack.
The defense prepares to appeal to the Supreme Court against the failure to release him from prison.
"We respect the decision of the Court of Review, which upheld the precautionary order, and we await the reasons, which will be filed within 45 days, even though we clearly disagree with its conclusions," stated lawyer Sergio Cola, who, along with his son Arturo, represents Lavitola. The lawyer announced "an appeal to the Supreme Court, 'per saltum,' against the preliminary hearing judge's order, which rejected our request regarding the loss of effectiveness of the pre-trial detention, which we believe to be fully justified."
The former host of Report will be heard as a witness by the end of the month
Meanwhile, the Rome Prosecutor's Office is working tirelessly to complete the technical assessments ordered in recent months. Furthermore, by the end of the month, former Report host Sigfrido Ranucci will be interviewed for the third time as a person informed of the facts. Meanwhile, Natalia Potenza, Valter Lavitola's former partner, who leaked to the newspaper Libero that she wanted to speak with the magistrates, has been ruled out for now.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Lavitola and Ranucci Case
Here are some common questions regarding the case and the ongoing investigation.
What is the subject of the investigation by the Rome Prosecutor's Office?
The investigation concerns the recovery of deleted chats between Valter Lavitola and Sigfrido Ranucci, as well as communications with his accomplice Gomes Clesio Tavares.
What is known about the attack on Sigfrido Ranucci?
The attack took place in October 2025 in Pomezia and Lavitola is accused of being the instigator.
What is Valter Lavitola's current position?
Valter Lavitola is currently in pre-trial detention, with his request for release rejected by the Court of Review.
When will Sigfrido Ranucci be heard?
Sigfrido Ranucci will be heard as a witness by the end of the month.
