Italian investigative journalism TV host targeted in bomb attack near Rome

Rudimentary but powerful device detonates outside home of Report presenter Sigfrido Ranucci in Campo Ascolano A prominent Italian investigative journalist has been targeted in a bomb attack, with the rudimentary but powerful device almost destroying his car and damaging a neighbour’s home. Sigfrido Ranucci, who hosts Report, an investigative programme aired by the state broadcaster, Rai, said the explosion happened about 20 minutes after he returned to his home in Campo Ascolano, close to Rome, on Thursday night. Continue reading...