Italian Carabiners have arrested a man in Piobesi Torinese, accused of killing his 85-year-old mother and concealing her body in the woods to secure her pension benefits. The crime took place in mid-January when the man, allegedly terrified of losing his only source of income – his mother's pension – buried her remains near their family home. The alarming situation came to light when neighbors reported that they had not been able to contact the elderly woman for an extended period.

After the police arrived at the family home following the neighbor's concerns, the son provided a confused explanation for her absence. Initially, he claimed that his mother had died at home, but he eventually led investigators to the wooded area where he had buried her. According to Torino's prosecutor's office, the son’s contradictory statements raised further suspicion, prompting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the woman's death.

This tragic case highlights the desperate lengths some individuals may go to in times of financial distress. The investigation not only raises questions about familial relationships but also signals a broader concern regarding elder abuse and the impact of financial dependency on family members tasked with their care. As the legal proceedings unfold, it reflects ongoing societal issues related to pensions and elderly care in Italy.