An 80-year-old man living in the province of Pordenone has been interrogated by prosecutors in Milan regarding allegations that he was involved as a sniper during the Bosnian War in the 1990s. G.V., the accused, strongly denied the charges, stating, "It's not true. I've never even been to Sarajevo," during a court appearance where he was assisted by his lawyer, Giovanni Menegon. The inquiry concerns claims that he was one of the so-called 'weekend snipers' who participated in the conflict.

During the interrogatory, which lasted over an hour, G.V. maintained his innocence as he faced questions about his alleged involvement in the violent episodes that marked the war. His lawyer communicated to reporters that G.V. asserted total detachment from the accusations. The pensioner, pursued by cameras upon leaving the courthouse, declined to provide further comments despite being prompted about his possible travels to Sarajevo—reaffirming his stance by responding in the negative while only admitting a passion for hunting.

This case reflects the complexities and ongoing legal inquiries regarding individuals accused of war crimes from past conflicts, highlighting the challenges of prosecuting such long-standing issues. The legal proceedings continue to unravel the narratives of those involved in the Bosnian War, which remains a sensitive and contentious topic in both Italy and the broader region, as many struggle with the memories of those tumultuous years.