Overview
- CT imaging and an autopsy by Rome prosecutor–appointed experts determined death by asphyxia from inhaled toxic fumes, ruling out burns or crushing and noting only minor abrasions.
- The exact place of death remains unresolved, with investigators working to establish whether the teenager was inside or outside the venue when he was overcome.
- The Rome Prosecutor opened a case for involuntary manslaughter, serious injuries and negligent arson, as the family signals plans to seek expanded charges and additional defendants.
- Swiss prosecutors, led by deputy attorney general Catherine Seppey, appointed Zurich forensic specialists and ordered a virtual reconstruction to scrutinize fire spread, materials, exits, capacity and safety systems.
- The family criticized Swiss identification steps after DNA was taken despite the teen’s documents and phone being intact, and reporting places the overall death toll at about 40.