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Pavia trial: 300 years in prison demanded for prison rebels!
Trial in Pavia: 68 defendants for prison revolt in 2020, compensation and security requirements. Continues November 7th.
Pavia trial: 300 years in prison demanded for prison rebels!
In Pavia, Italy, the trial of 68 defendants for the prison revolt in the Torre del Gallo prison that took place on March 8, 2020 is on the agenda. Today, September 19, 2025, the public prosecutor's office is demanding, among other things, acquittals for 13 of the defendants because there is a lack of incriminating evidence. The penalties imposed vary, ranging from 5 years and 4 months for defendants with no criminal record to 10 years and 8 months for those accused of resisting state officials. The hearing will take place in the Annunciata courtroom in Piazza Petrarca, where due to the security situation, parking and transit bans have been introduced to ensure order. These measures are not surprising given the scope of the proceedings.
The prosecution claims a total of over 300 years in prison. The damage caused by the protests is estimated at around 490,000 euros. This total includes the destruction caused by fires and vandalism at various locations in the prison, including the infirmary. Loud Il Giorno During the riot, some inmates even climbed onto the roof to escape the rising smoke.
Background of the revolt
The prison revolt is part of a larger wave of protests seen in many Italian prisons during the COVID-19 pandemic. Inmates protested against the strict restrictions, which led to a ban on visits and increased general pressure on already overcrowded prisons. This situation posed an increased risk for the inmates, as the risk of infection in crowded rooms was enormous. How Rai News reported, the protest also happened parallel to riots in other facilities.
The defendants, 68 of whom chose the regular trial, were initially included in a broader investigation. Of the initial 98 people, some have already had to be acquitted due to the complexity of the case or have chosen the accelerated procedure. The trial is scheduled to continue on November 7th, when the defense arguments will be presented. A verdict could be made as early as December 18 this year, with a possible final decision before Christmas 2025.
While the lawyers for the 14 defense attorneys spoke during the hearing, the social debate about prison conditions and the treatment of prisoners due to the COVID-19 measures remains loud. These promising procedures also raise a fundamental question: How can the security concept in prisons be optimized in order to avoid similar incidents in the future?