Fedez Denounced for Brawl: New Footage & Allegations Emerge
Le telecamere che hanno ripreso il pestaggio inquadrerebbero il rapper quando prova a colpire Iovino. «Ma quale massacro, io non c’ero»
Milan awoke on Monday, April 22nd, buzzing with anticipation for the derby match that could decide the scudetto, when a “cnr” – a report of a crime – landed on the desks of the Milan Public Prosecutor’s Office. The report detailed events that had unfolded just hours earlier on Via Traiano, in the Citylife district, and at “The Club” nightclub on Largo La Foppa. The document named Federico Leonardo Lucia, born in Milan on October 15, 1989 – better known as the rapper Fedez. This was the official act by which investigators formally notified judicial authorities of Fedez’s involvement.
The alleged offense is “brawl,” a crime prosecutable by official action, meaning a victim’s complaint isn’t required. This is significant because Cristiano Iovino, the man allegedly assaulted, initially told police he didn’t wish to press charges. He was reportedly in pain – suffering a cut above his eyebrow and various contusions – and was reticent. Upon police arrival at his apartment with paramedics, he declined to speak, stating only that he had been “attacked by strangers” and mentioning “an argument that occurred at The Club.” He added he would provide further details “after consulting with his lawyer.”
The Footage of the Assault
Security camera footage from the Parco Vittoria complex captured part of the assault on Iovino, and appears to show Fedez as the first to approach the victim after he exited a black van stopped at the intersection of Via Traiano and Via Petitti. The footage suggests Fedez attempted to strike Iovino with two punches, which Iovino avoided by stepping back. However, this brief exchange was quickly followed by the intervention of two other individuals accompanying Fedez.
According to statements, these individuals included ultras – hardcore supporters – of the AC Milan football club. Two security guards from the Parco Vittoria complex, who alerted authorities after witnessing the assault, identified Fedez and stated he was with a group of eight to nine people, including a blonde woman (more on Ludovica Di Gresy here).
The Ultras and Threats
The guards reported that after the assault, some of Fedez’s companions approached the guardhouse and made threatening remarks: “Mind your own business, don’t call anyone.” Investigators then began verifying accounts at “The Club.” They discovered a prior phone conversation and exchange of messages between Fedez and Iovino. This led to details of an argument that had taken place in the club’s private area, broken glasses, and the intervention of bouncers who first removed Iovino and then Fedez and his group, including the aforementioned blonde woman, bodyguard-ultra Christian Rosiello, rapper Taxi B, and other members of the AC Milan curva sud (ultras section).
Police found former “Men and Women” (Uomini e Donne) contestant Sasà Angelucci at Iovino’s home when they arrived. The police decided to formally accuse only Fedez, as he was the only one positively identified. The case was assigned to prosecutor Michela Bordieri. Yesterday, after twenty days of silence, Fedez spoke at the Turin Book Fair before a discussion on mental health. He attacked the press: “I wasn’t there, and from what I read, the camera footage is obscured by rain. They talk about a massacre, but then he was dancing in Ibiza three days later. If my name wasn’t involved, there wouldn’t be a story.” (He was unaware he had been officially charged at the time of his statement).