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A tragic epilogue for Benedetto Ceraulo
Benedetto Ceraulo, 63, died in the hospital in Pisa after a dramatic episode that occurred on April 22. The man, known for having killed the entrepreneur Maurizio Gucci in 1995, fired two gunshots at the face of his son Gaetano, 37, during an argument in the garden of their home in Santa Maria a Monte, in the province of Pisa.
The reasons for this extreme gesture seem to be linked to trivial reasons, such as a scratch on the car caused by the son.
The context of a life marked by violence
Ceraulo's life has been marked by tragic and violent events. After the murder of Gucci, which caused a stir throughout Italy, Ceraulo served a prison sentence, but his name remained linked to that crime. The recent attack on his son has brought renewed attention to a family already marked by a turbulent past. According to initial reconstructions, the fight between father and son quickly degenerated, leading Ceraulo to lose control and commit an irreparable act.
The consequences of a desperate gesture
After seriously wounding his son, Ceraulo shot himself in the head with a small caliber pistol. Rushed to the hospital in Pisa, his condition immediately appeared critical. Despite the doctors' attempts, Ceraulo died, leaving behind a trail of pain and confusion. Gaetano, his son, is currently in stable conditions, but the trauma of this experience will profoundly mark his life.
This tragic event raises questions about mental health and family dynamics, highlighting how even the most seemingly mundane situations can escalate into violence. The community of Santa Maria a Monte is shaken by what happened, and many are wondering how a family dispute can escalate into such a profound tragedy.