Overview
- The 32-year-old is charged with estrago doloso seguido de muerte, a felony that carries 8–20 years in prison if he is convicted.
- The case is before Buenos Aires TOC No. 14, with judges Enrique Gamboa, Gabriel Vega and Gustavo Valle presiding.
- Victim Melchor Rodrigo’s mother testified on day one, criticizing Pettinato’s actions during the blaze.
- An autopsy found critical burns on roughly 90% of Rodrigo’s body and pulmonary injury, while fire experts say the blaze began with an igniting element such as a lighter or matches.
- Investigators cite device analyses and seized materials indicating Rodrigo was invited to dinner that night and was preparing to move abroad.