Boccia case, Rome prosecutor's office opens investigation into businesswoman

According to a report in Repubblica, the Rome prosecutor’s office has launched an investigation into Maria Rosaria Boccia, following a complaint filed by former Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano. The hypothesis is that of threat or violence to a political body, according to Article 338 of the Penal Code (a crime that carries a prison term of one to seven years), as well as that of injury. Authorities conducted a search of Boccia’s home in Pompeii, seizing his cell phone and computer equipment: a PC, laptop, tablet, USB pens, and micro SD cards. Among the items found by investigators were smart glasses that Boccia allegedly used to record videos, including in settings such as the Chamber of Deputies. This search was conducted by the Carabinieri of the investigative nucleus in Rome and confirmed by ANSA.

Sangiuliano in recent days had formalized his complaint, which highlights a complicated relationship between the two, characterized, it would seem from the papers, by even very heated episodes and threats. According to the complaint, during an argument in San Remo, Boccia allegedly hit Sangiuliano, causing a wound on his head. Messages exchanged between the two would show rising tensions and mutual accusations, with Boccia complaining that he was not getting the attention he wanted and asking for proof of love, including checking Sangiuliano’s cell phone.

The former minister attached several WhatsApp messages and photos to the complaint, including a self-timer showing the scratch on his head, the same one Sangiuliano bore during the TG1 interview that anticipated his resignation by a few days. This incident of violence, along with other details, has led investigators to consider possible crimes of attempted extortion. The complaint also includes the temporary removal of a wedding ring and Boccia’s exertion of pressure on Sangiuliano to obtain an appointment as councilwoman for Major Events, which was later never formalized.

Boccia, according to La Stampa, also allegedly contacted Sangiuliano’s wife, revealing to her about their relationship to increase pressure on him. This behavior has raised questions about his approach, as Sangiuliano, according to some sources, did not maintain an appropriate attitude, leaking confidences and indiscretions.

The investigation is set to continue for months as prosecutors examine the seized material, which may contain confidential recordings and other significant items. In addition, questions are emerging about the real nature of the relationship between Sangiuliano and Boccia, with the latter having glossed over her romantic relationship with the minister in her interview with La7: the behavior now appears to be contradicted by messages in which Sangiuliano allegedly asks for clarification about a possible pregnancy of the Campania businesswoman.

The episode has become the subject of public discussion and has aroused some media interest, not least because of the material to which the woman may have had access.

Boccia case, Rome prosecutor's office opens investigation into businesswoman

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