In the lively heart of Milan, just off Via Torino, lies Via Bagnera, a narrow alley with an ominous reputation. Known as “Stretta Bagnera,” this street is more than just Milan’s smallest car-accessible road; it’s where Italy’s first known serial killer, Antonio Boggia, earned his title as the “Monster of Milan.”
In the 19th century, Boggia lured his victims to the cellar of his home on Via Bagnera, where he murdered them with an axe to seize their wealth. His crimes were discovered after Giovanni Mourier reported his mother, Ester Maria Perrocchio, missing. This led to a search that revealed not only her body but also those of two other victims hidden under the cellar floor. Boggia was arrested, found guilty, and, in 1862, became the last civilian to be publicly executed in Milan.
Today, Bagnera Street still holds an eerie atmosphere. Locals say the alley is haunted, with the wind carrying whispers of Boggia’s gruesome legacy. The precise building where he committed his crimes remains a mystery, adding to the intrigue. If you visit, pause and imagine Milan’s hidden history in this quiet, unassuming corner—a far cry from the bustling city streets.
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