Any kind of information that could be helpful to us to move ahead with the inquiry and identify the murderer, explained the inspector, weve already made some assumptions based on those few facts weve acknowledged up to now, nonetheless, we still need much more information. Anything that you may tell us, is very welcomed.
The lady nodded.
For the moment, we consider that the version of robbery attempt and consequently, the fight between your son and the robber, is very unlikely to happen, began to say Zamagni, Were focusing more closely on other motives, although dont know yet on which element we should focus our attention.
I cannot figure out how to really help you. Nothing comes to my mind.
The inspector nodded, then added: Have you no idea of anybody else who could have had a reason to hurt your son?
The lady didnt speak at all.
We really understand your state of mind now, but we need you to make a try.
There was a short silence, and then the agent Finocchi pointed out the short time from the moment the lady left until she went back.
Could have been someone who has organized this plan well in advance?, the inspector asked the lady.
Somebody whos been very aware of my movements?
We cant figure it out, Marco Finocchi expressed his opinion, Were just making some assumptions. We need your help in order to have something more specific in our hands.
Would your son be capable to open himself the front door of the apartment, if seeing the door bell ringing?, the agent Finocchi asked a question.
The lady shook her head.
Ok, said then the inspector, It occurred to our mind that the murderer could have been a friend or acquaintance of your son who, for some reason, has got a score to settle with him.
My son didnt have friends. The only acquaintances of him were the nurse who used to assist with the injections of botulinum toxin as well as the rest of medical team that followed him since the very beginning.
Could you please tell us the name of the nurse?, asked Zamagni.
Her name is Daniela Rossi.
The two policemen inquired how to find her, then the agent Finocchi added: Hence, the suspect could be one of relatives, although such assumption could seem very improbable. Right?
After such declaration, the agent crossed with the eyes of Zamagni and the dead boys mother.
I didnt mean to hurt anybody, said immediately Marco Finocchi, Its only that I wanna exclude nothing, therefore we need to take also this version into consideration.
As regards to what Ive stated previously, what can you tell us about your husband?, asked Zamagni.
He hasnt been with us for some years, replied back Marisa Lavezzoli, I dont quite remember how many years exactly have been passed. Do you really think that he is the murderer?
As we said earlier, at least for now were trying to consider everything with no exception, emphasized the inspector. Does your husband have the keys of this apartment?
No, responded the woman, He never had the keys. He wasnt with us when I and my son Marco moved to our current apartment.
Thats clear enough, nodded Zamagni, Do you have any idea why he ran away?
I can explain it with his inability to cope with the present situation.
In what sense?, asked Marco Finocchi.
To my opinion, he couldnt bear the health condition of our own son.
Both policemen nodded.
Now I feel very exhausted, said the lady, after a moment of silence, If you dont mind, I would like to have a rest.
Were gonna leave very soon, replied Zamagni. Do you have any idea how to get in touch with your husband, madam?
No I dont, sorry.
After saying the last words, Marisa Lavezzoli kindly asked both policemen to leave the apartment.
Taking the chance of being still inside the building, Zamagni and Finocchi decided to talk to other neighbors in order to gather some information, confirmation or denial, in regards with the hemiplegic boy and his family.
They firstly knocked in the doors next to the apartment in which the boy was found murdered, but nobody responded, therefore went upstairs on the upper floor.
Hello, can we take your time shortly?, asked Zamagni, meanwhile an elderly woman wanted to know who was knocking in the door. It wont take much time. Well finish very quickly with you.
Through the half opened door, the inspector showed the police identification card and in turn, the woman let them in.
Whats up?
Wed like to talk to you for a while on something happened a few days ago, said Zamagni. On the first floor, to be very precise.
I have no idea on what youre talking about, however I will help you, if I might be useful.
Do you recognize Mezzogori family?
I merely know the mother is living only with her son in that apartment, replied the woman, Ive never seen the father.
The son was found dead one day ago, explained the inspector, without mincing words.
Oh, what a pity!, cried out the woman, expressing sadness in her face, This is the reason why I saw the medical emergency team through the peephole. I heard some noises, therefore I saw through the peephole those who were walking up and down the stairs. But how did it happen?
We dont know exactly, therefore were searching for information that may lead us to the right path in our inquiry, replied Marco Finocchi, Have you ever seen or heard anything that drew your attention? I mean, besides the fact you just mentioned, the medical emergency team that you saw through the peephole.
I am very sorry that I cant help you further, but recently I dont usually go out. You know, I am at an age that better not to undertake such risks.
Zamagni nodded, then asked the old lady if she could be able to provide some other information on the family, any sort of information that could help them to come out of the darkness wrapped around the whole investigation.
Unfortunately, I cant say much to you, she declared, I know that the mother was taking care of her son all the time and I think there was also another person... a nurse, maybe? ... Or a doctor?... who used to come to their apartment day by day. Dont know what she was doing exactly but I think she used to provide assistance to the son. He was suffering from a kind of paralysis.
Anyway, I thank you a lot for welcoming us, said the inspector, We apologize for bothering and taking your time.
Nevermind. No need to worry at all. I would like to offer my help, though only for a little. I really hope to have been useful to you.
Although your statements arent new facts to us, again weve confirmed those we already knew, admitted Zamagni. Wed be very grateful if youd let us know if something else comes to your mind, or if occurs to hear or see any kind of fact or information that draws your attention.
For sure Ill do it, with great pleasure, said the old lady, saluting both policemen.
The inspector gave his business card, then both of them said goodbye to her and left the apartment with the intention to contact other neighbors inside the building. They soon realized that only elderly people were living in that building, who all confirmed, more or less, what they already knew.