Italy's former head of motorways sentenced to 12 years over Ponte Morandi collapse

Giovanni Castellucci, the ex-head of Italy's motorway operator, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his role in the 2018 collapse of the Ponte Morandi bridge in Genoa, which tragically killed 43 people. Alongside Castellucci, 31 others were also convicted for their part in the disaster, which was attributed to negligence. This case highlights the severe consequences of structural failures and the accountability expected from those in charge of critical infrastructure. The sentencing sends a strong message about the importance of safety standards in engineering projects.