On 2 November 2026, thieves stole the car of Don Francesco Riccio outside the cemetery of Giugliano while the priest was concelebrating Mass for the commemoration of the Dead.
According to Il Mattino, with independent confirmation from Pupia, the theft took place in broad daylight during the religious service. The car had been parked near the cemetery.
Don Riccio is the parish priest of the church of San Pio X. He was concelebrating with Monsignor Angelo Spinillo, Bishop of Aversa.
The vehicle is described only as an old small utility car. The sources do not give its make, model, colour or licence plate.
Who was at the altar
The Mass brought together the local parish and the diocese: Don Riccio concelebrated with Bishop Spinillo for the 2 November commemoration. The sources identify Don Riccio as a collaborator of Teleclub and as head of the Office for Social Communications of the Diocese of Aversa.
No direct statements from Don Riccio, the diocese or law enforcement are reported in the sources acquired.
What is confirmed — and what is not yet reported
Confirmed by both sources:
- The date was 2 November 2026.
- The place was outside, near the cemetery of Giugliano.
- The car belonged to Don Francesco Riccio, parish priest of San Pio X.
- The priest was concelebrating with Bishop Angelo Spinillo at the time.
- The theft occurred in daylight during the service.
Not reported in the available sources:
- The exact parking spot.
- The make, model or plate of the car.
- Whether a formal complaint was filed, whether an investigation is under way, or whether the car has been recovered.
- Any information about suspects.
Readers looking for updates should therefore treat further details on the investigation and recovery as still to be confirmed.
