Preliminary medico-legal findings in the deaths of Giovanna Lo Chiatto and her young son Francesco reportedly point to a suspected rupture of the splenic artery, causing fatal haemorrhaging.
What the examination found so far
According to local press reporting on the case, the preliminary assessment identifies the suspected arterial rupture as the cause of the fatal bleeding. The findings concern both the mother and the child.
Where the examination took place
The examination was carried out at the Tanatologia facility of Moscati.
Why the findings remain preliminary
The results reported so far are not a definitive final forensic conclusion. They are to be formalised in a written medico-legal report commissioned by the Avellino Prosecutor's Office, which is expected to be filed within ninety days of the examination.
The available reporting does not establish how the suspected rupture occurred, whether negligence or other responsibility was involved, or provide further clinical details about the circumstances preceding the deaths. The final report and any related conclusions by prosecutors were not yet available.
