Michele Gubitosa, Irpinian member of parliament and national vice-president of the Five Star Movement, has expressed his sorrow at the death of Antonio Villani, an officer of the Digos unit serving at the Avellino Police Headquarters.
Villani died in a road incident while on duty, escorting Avellino football supporters travelling toward Cesena. Gubitosa extended his condolences to Villani's family, to his colleagues and to the Avellino State Police.
A colleague remembered for professionalism and duty
Gubitosa said he had known Villani professionally. In his tribute, he praised Villani's professionalism, institutional commitment and sense of duty, as well as his sobriety and personal seriousness.
His message described Villani as a true servant of the state, whose death occurred in the course of his work alongside supporters on the road to Cesena.
Condolences from Avellino and Rome
Villani's death has prompted tributes from the Prefecture of Avellino, police officials, local political representatives and other public figures, according to local press coverage.
Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi described Villani as professional, highly dedicated, cordial and generous.
President Sergio Mattarella also sent a message of solidarity to Police Chief Vittorio Pisani after the death during escort duty, asking that his condolences be conveyed to Villani's family.
What remains unclear
Reports of the incident near Borello differ on some details, including the type of vehicle involved, and the precise circumstances remain subject to official investigation. The final legal and investigative findings have not been established in the sources reviewed.
