The chilling murder of 78-year-old Pierina Paganelli has once again drawn public attention, sparking investigations and discussions through the investigative TV program 'Chi l’ha visto?'. On October 3, 2023, Paganelli was brutally killed with 29 stab wounds, and now new revelations are surfacing, offering potential breakthroughs with each passing episode.
On February 19, 2025, the program aired, drawing on fresh findings presented by investigative journalist Giuseppe Pizzo. Unfortunately, Paganelli was discovered dead within the underground parking area of her apartment complex in Rimini, where authorities have linked the crime to her neighbor, Louis Dassilva, who has been accused of the murder and has been incarcerated since the summer of 2023. What stands out, alarming both investigators and the public, is the absence of any DNA evidence linking Dassilva to the scene or to Paganelli herself, contradicting common expectations of such cases.
During the latest episode, Pizzo revealed another shocking element: hair was found on the victim's face which was not documented or collected as evidence. Such details cast doubt on the investigation's thoroughness and raise several questions—could this hair belong to the victim or to the assailant? How significant could this uncollected piece of evidence be to unraveling the mystery around Paganelli's murder?
These developments have sparked discussions within the law enforcement community and among the viewing public. Pizzo asks pointedly, "Was this hair important to the crime scene investigation?" Investigators, including prosecutor Daniele Paci, have been alerted to the discovery, prompting speculation about the hair's origins and ramifications for the case against Dassilva.
Not only does the Paganelli case create waves, but it also casts light on other unsolved mysteries highlighted by 'Chi l’ha visto?'. The program doesn't shy away from covering multiple challenging cases concurrently, including the tragic story of Andrea Prosperi, who was found dead at the tender age of 19 after disappearing shortly after sending a concerning message to his twin sister. Prosperi had texted his sister on January 24, 2025, around noon to arrange lunch; just thirty minutes later, his phone went dark, and inquiries began, leading to the unsettling discovery of his body shortly thereafter.
Finally, the absence of 31-year-old Daniela Ruggi remains palpable. She vanished nearly five months prior, seeking to build her future and family. No clear leads have emerged, reinforcing the worry of her loved ones who are grasping at straws for information.
The stories shared by 'Chi l’ha visto?' this week not only provide updates but also serve as poignant reminders of the societal responsibility to bear witness to injustices. They seek to keep the memory of victims alive, encouraging viewers to aid law enforcement efforts. Each episode of the beloved program helps remind us of the connections we share within our communities and the urgency of collective responsibility to seek justice.
Among the masses tuned to Rai 3 for the latest developments, viewers are left waiting, not just for answers but for hopes of closure for families affected by heinous crimes. Through the persistent efforts of 'Chi l’ha visto?', cases like those of Paganelli, Prosperi, and Ruggi continue to gain the attention they desperately require, as they cast light on the dark corners of society we must confront.