Breaking News: Neglected German Boys Found in Remote Italian Farm
In a shocking turn of events, Italian authorities have discovered two German-born brothers, aged 6 and 9, living in deplorable conditions on a remote farm in the village of Lauriano, northern Italy. According to reports, the children had barely any human contact and were isolated by their father, who reportedly had an obsession with COVID-19.
Discovery by Carabinieri during Evacuation
The boys were found during a police search of the property following a flood evacuation in April. Officials from the Piedmont region noted that the children were in desperate need of care, unable to speak properly, and wearing diapers despite their age.
Local reports indicate that the father, a 54-year-old sculptor, had isolated the boys out of fear of the pandemic. The “Corriere della Sera” reported that the children had no registered names, had never attended school, and had been living in extremely poor hygienic conditions.
The Father’s Obsession and the Children’s Plight
The parents, who originally lived in Germany, had moved to Italy. According to media reports, the father was “obsessed” with COVID-19, refusing to vaccinate his children and insisting they not wear masks. This obsession reportedly led to his children being raised in complete isolation from society.
The severity of the father’s actions was underscored by the fact that no one in the remote village of Lauriano had noticed the children’s distressing situation. The case only came to light with the police search following the flood evacuation.
Current Status and Future Outlook
Following their discovery, the children were taken into the care of social services and are now living in a protective facility. Reportedly, the youth court has deemed the parents unfit to care for the children, and an adoption procedure has been initiated by the youth prosecutor.
The incident raises serious questions about the impact of extreme paranoia on children’s well-being and the role of authorities in identifying and intervening in cases of neglect. While what can be reported here is just the tip of the iceberg, it is a crucial reminder of the importance of community vigilance and the safeguards created to protect the most vulnerable.
