Nicolás Mattioli, a notable cumbia singer and son of the famous artist Leo Mattioli, was recently sentenced to three years of probation for a tragic traffic incident that occurred in September 2024, resulting in the death of a cyclist. In addition to the suspended prison sentence, Mattioli is barred from driving any motor vehicle for seven years and is required to undertake a road safety course, among other imposed conduct regulations.

The ruling was delivered by Judge Susana Luna following a plea agreement. The details of the deal were articulated by the case prosecutor, Rosana Marcolín, and received support from both the plaintiff's attorney, Diego Martini, and Mattioli's defense lawyer, Norberto Berlanga. This highlights a collaborative judicial process aimed at accountability while considering the defendant's circumstances.

During the court proceedings, Mattioli expressed his remorse, stating, 'I never wanted to hurt anyone,' which reflects an emotional component to the incident. The case has drawn significant media attention, given Mattioli's public profile, and raises ongoing discussions around road safety, accountability, and the responsibilities of public figures.