Rome prosecutors launch new investigation into the 1975 murder of Pier Paolo Pasolini
A new investigation into Pier Paolo Pasolini's 1975 murder in Ostia has been launched. The victim was found dead on a beach outside Rome on November 2, 1975. Police detained 17-year-old Pino Pelosi after the murder. DNA tests and evidence suggest Pasolini was not alone at the time of death.
- The Rome Prosecutor's Office started a new investigation into the murder of Pier Paolo Pasolini.
- Pier Paolo Pasolini was killed in Ostia between November first and second of 1975.
- Giuseppe Pino Pelosi was arrested driving the victim's car on the day of the death.
- The Rome Public Prosecutor's office rejected requests to reopen investigations in 2016 and 2023.
- DNA tests showed the presence of other people at the crime scene.
- Giuseppe Pelosi, who was convicted, retracted his confession in 2005.
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