Filippo Turetta has been sentenced to life imprisonment and permanent disqualification from public office for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, killed on November 11, 2023, with 75 stab wounds. The Venice Court of Assizes delivered the verdict after over six hours of deliberation, aligning with the prosecution’s request but rejecting the aggravating factors of cruelty and threats. The defense had argued for mitigating circumstances, citing a lack of premeditation. Turetta was also ordered to pay €500,000 in damages to Giulia’s father, Gino Cecchettin, along with additional compensation to her siblings, grandmother, and uncle.
Following the ruling, Gino Cecchettin expressed no relief, emphasizing that “as a society, we’ve all lost.” While he acknowledged that justice had been served within the bounds of the law, he stressed the need to fight gender violence through prevention and education. “I don’t feel more or less at peace than yesterday. The battle against gender violence is a societal journey we must continue. As a human being, I feel defeated,” he reflected. His words echoed the sentiment of loss that transcends the courtroom, marking a somber reminder of the broader cultural issue at hand.
Andrea Camerotto, Giulia’s uncle, similarly highlighted the enduring scars of this tragedy. “No one wins here. Giulia is gone, Filippo’s family has lost him, and he will forever be remembered as her killer,” he said. Criticizing Turetta’s lack of remorse, Camerotto underscored the weight of accountability. “He didn’t even say her name during his testimony, referring to her only as ‘she.’ I can never forgive what was done to Giulia or to any woman who suffers violence,” he concluded. This case leaves a lasting imprint, urging society to address gender-based violence with greater urgency and resolve.
