Franco Cioni
Franco Cioni is a 77-year-old Italian man who was convicted in 2024 for the tragic murder of his terminally ill wife, Laura Amidei, after more than 50 years of marriage. Cioni suffocated Amidei in a moment of desperation, believing it to be an act of compassion to end her suffering. His case raised significant moral and legal questions, sparking discussions about mercy and the complexities of love and caregiving in extreme circumstances.
Born on Dec 22, 1944 (81 years old)
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Italy:
Franco Cioni is a retiree who killed his terminally ill wife in 2021 and recently received a pardon.
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San Marino:
Franco Cioni suffocated his terminally ill wife out of despair.
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Italy:
Franco Cioni received a pardon from President Sergio Mattarella after serving ten months for the murder of his terminally ill wife, Laura Amidei.
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Italy:
Franco Cioni was convicted of killing his terminally ill wife after 50 years of marriage.
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