Elaborate Deception Uncovered in Borgo Virgilio
A 56-year-old Italian man has been arrested in Borgo Virgilio, Italy, on charges of fraud, impersonation, and concealing a corpse, following a three-year scheme to collect his deceased mother's pension. The elaborate deception came to light in November 2025 when the man attempted to renew his mother's identity card by impersonating her at a local registry office.
The man, whose mother was identified as Graziella Dall'Oglio, reportedly died in 2022 at the age of 82 (some reports state 85). Instead of reporting her death, her son allegedly concealed her body and continued to claim her pension.
Suspicion Aroused During ID Renewal
The intricate fraud began to unravel when a vigilant clerk at the registry office grew suspicious during the ID renewal process. Despite the man's efforts to disguise himself with a wig, makeup, jewelry, and his mother's clothing, the clerk noticed several inconsistencies. These included a 'thick neck,' a 'masculine' voice that occasionally slipped through, and hands that did not appear to belong to an 85-year-old woman.
Further suspicion was raised when surveillance footage showed the 'elderly woman' driving a car, despite the real Graziella Dall'Oglio not possessing a driver's license. The clerk alerted authorities, including Borgo Virgilio Mayor Francesco Aporti, leading to an investigation.
Discovery of Mummified Remains and Financial Gains
Following the man's apprehension and confession, police searched the family home. There, they made the grim discovery of Graziella Dall'Oglio's mummified body, found wrapped in a sheet and sleeping bags in a laundry room or closet. An autopsy has been ordered to determine the exact cause and time of her death.
Investigators allege that the man, a former nurse who is currently unemployed, had been collecting approximately €53,000 (around $60,000) annually from his mother's survivor's pension and income derived from three properties she owned. Some reports suggest he may have used his medical knowledge to remove fluids from the body to slow decomposition.
Legal Proceedings Underway
The man now faces multiple charges, including:
- Fraud against the state
- Impersonation
- Concealing a corpse
- Forgery of a public document
5 Comments
Muchacho
It's a horrific crime, but you have to wonder about the desperation that would lead someone to such an extreme act. There's a deep human tragedy here beyond the fraud.
Coccinella
Talk about dedication to fraud. Seriously messed up priorities.
Bella Ciao
While the man's deception is unforgivable, one can't help but ponder the mental state required to live with a deceased parent's body for so long. This goes beyond mere greed into profound psychological issues that need to be addressed.
Michelangelo
Finally, some justice for the deceased woman and taxpayers alike.
Raphael
The details are truly gruesome, especially the mummified body, yet the financial motive is stark. It's a sad commentary on economic pressures meeting profound moral decay.