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The weapon was not found at the scene, ruling out the possibility of suicide. It was also learned that the body was partially covered with sand.<\/p>\n<p>Investigations into the killing are ongoing, while the public prosecutor has ordered an autopsy, which will be carried out this Saturday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A 25-year-old Albanian man was killed on Friday afternoon in Italy. His body was found on land near Chivola Road, which leads from the center of Bra to the village of Pollenzo. A passing driver noticed the lifeless body and immediately alerted the authorities. Authorities report that the victim was shot in the head. 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