September 09, 2024
All the prosecutor’s men and that passion for “private police”. The new documents from the Perugia investigation into the alleged dossier outline a sort of “Laudati method” in the approach to investigations. A method that the prosecutor would have replicated at the National Anti-Mafia Directorate, personally choosing Pasquale Striano to head the new SOS group and thus retracing that precedent in Bari that, way back in 2011, had brought him before the CSM. At the time when the scandal of the Guardia di Finanza squad, intent on spying on magistrates and unsuspecting individuals, came to light, the then head of the Apulian capital’s public prosecutor’s office Antonio Laudati saved himself by shifting the responsibilities onto his pool. Just as he did as soon as the Anti-Mafia mess came to light, by distancing himself from the financier’s illicit activity. But now, we read in the arrest warrant presented by the Perugia prosecutor Raffaele Cantone, “the analysis of the individual events and contexts highlights, unequivocally, also through the results of the technical consultancy on Striano’s phone, the close relationship between the two and, in particular, Laudati’s awareness of Striano’s way of operating outside the rules. Laudati himself, for his own personal interests, will exploit these illicit methods by using him as a sort of ‘private police'”.
Not only is the magistrate part of that media-judicial team that for years has sifted through the SOS of center-right politicians, VIPs and entrepreneurs, which then became journalistic investigations to hit the political opponent. For the investigators, Striano and Laudati “know perfectly well that they operate according to contra legem methods with reference to the analysis of the SOS and the investigative focuses”. The investigative checks would also have ascertained how Laudati had considered it necessary to establish the SOS Group, with men chosen to work on the databases under his supervision, and had personally committed to the designation of Striano as head of the new team. The documents reconstruct the Laudati-Striano relationship and the steps that, in 2019, had allowed the financier to make the leap in quality, moving from the DIA to the command of the SOS Group. “The relationship of acquaintance and collaboration between Striano and Laudati dates back, at the latest, to July 2016, when Striano coordinates the DIA personnel assigned to the DNA and is the highest ranking member of the SOS group and when Laudati is already the contact person for the Center for the fight against economic crime, maintaining the role of effective head of the Center and, in particular, of the SOS Group, even after the arrival of Dr. Russo”, we read in the documents. Attached are a series of WhatsApp messages that Striano sends to superiors and friends to inform them of the new assignment. “Colonel, I will eventually go to Scico and then detach myself with Laudati to the DNA. The C3 (Chief of Staff Umberto Sirico, ed.) decided with Laudati himself”, the officer wrote to a colonel serving at the DIA on February 9, 2019.
And again to a colleague on the 10th: «Our chief of staff gave me a very specific order, I’m going to direct 30 people, I can wage a war. The DIA is sinking, you’ll see later. They should be ashamed that they haven’t done anything concrete to keep me. For someone like me you should have gone to the police chief». On February 8th he had written to a colonel: «I went to Laudati, the C3 didn’t think twice about keeping me with them». And to a colleague with whom he had worked in Reggio Calabria when Federico Cafiero De Raho was the chief at the Prosecutor’s Office, who later became number one at the DNA in the midst of a mess, he wrote: «I’ve always said, the prosecutor went directly to the Coga for me, what a satisfaction». The same prosecutor who now says that the financier did it all by himself, with a defense that mirrors that of the past. When, from the beginning in Bari, he created his own pool of loyalists accused of having spied on the prosecutor Giuseppe Scelsi, who at the time was in charge of the file on Silvio Berlusconi’s elegant dinners. In a trawling on a series of spied people that become a dossier, sent by Laudati to the Attorney General Antonio Pizzi. Who sent the magistrate before the CSM. The affair ended with an acquittal.
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2024-09-09 08:00:07
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The Laudati-Striano Affair: A Web of Illicit Investigation Methods and Private Police
The latest developments in the Perugia investigation into an alleged dossier have shed light on a disturbing pattern of illicit investigation methods and the use of private police. At the center of the controversy are Antonio Laudati, a former prosecutor, and Pasquale Striano, a financier who allegedly operated outside the law to gather information. The investigation has uncovered a web of deceit and corruption that goes to the heart of the Italian
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The Scourge of Corruption: Understanding its Effects and Consequences
Corruption, the abuse of power to pursue particular interests over the common good, is a pervasive and insidious force that undermines trust, erodes institutions, and perpetuates inequality. Pope Francis, in his encyclical Laudato Si’, recognized the devastating impact of corruption on the environment, economy, and society as a whole [[1]]. The Catholic Church has been at the forefront of combating corruption, and its social teaching provides a moral framework for understanding the consequences of corruption and promoting ethical governance.
The Consequences of Corruption
Corruption has far-reaching consequences that affect every aspect of society. It distorts markets, discourages investment, and hinders economic growth. Inequality and poverty thrive in corrupt environments, as those with power and influence exploit their positions for personal gain. Corruption also erodes trust in institutions, leading to social unrest, political instability, and a loss of faith in the rule of law.
The Normalization of Corruption
One of the most insidious effects of corruption is its normalization. When corruption becomes an accepted norm, even those who are negatively affected by it may fail to report it, due to apathy or fear of retaliation [[3]]. This normalization of corruption creates a culture of impunity, where those who engage in corrupt practices are emboldened to continue their activities, further entrenching corruption in society.
Catholic Social Teaching and Corruption
Catholic social teaching provides a moral framework for understanding the consequences of corruption and promoting ethical governance. Pope Francis, in Laudato Si’, emphasized the need for a “conversion” of individuals and societies to combat corruption and promote sustainable development [[2]]. Catholic social teaching also highlights the importance of solidarity, subsidiarity, and participation in combating corruption, by promoting transparency, accountability, and civic engagement.
Combating Corruption
Combating corruption requires a multifaceted approach that involves governments, civil society, and individuals. Governments must establish strong institutions, enforce anti-corruption laws, and promote transparency and accountability. Civil society must play a watchdog role, monitoring government activities and exposing corruption. Individuals must also take responsibility, refusing to participate in or condone corrupt practices.
Conclusion
Corruption is a scourge that affects every aspect of society, perpetuating inequality, poverty, and social unrest. Understanding the consequences of corruption and promoting ethical governance are essential for building a more just and equitable society. Catholic social teaching provides a moral framework for combating corruption, emphasizing the importance of solidarity, subsidiarity, and participation. By working together, we can create a culture of transparency, accountability, and civic engagement, where corruption is no longer tolerated or normalized.
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