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March 18, 2026

Orthodox Metropolitan Severely Accused His Wife: "I Endured Threats and Beatings, She Abused Our Chihuahua"

The Metropolitan of the Italian Orthodox Church, Filippo Ortenzi, reported his wife for domestic violence, psychological abuse, and severe animal cruelty, and legal proceedings have been initiated against her.

Orthodox Metropolitan Severely Accused His Wife: "I Endured Threats and Beatings, She Abused Our Chihuahua"

TL;DR

  • Metropolitan Filippo Ortenzi accused his wife of domestic violence, psychological abuse, and animal cruelty.
  • The alleged abuse occurred in their Rome apartment during 2024 and 2025.
  • Ortenzi claims he was subjected to insults, death threats, and physical attacks.
  • The wife is accused of severely injuring their chihuahua, named Kvoricina, causing fractures and spinal injuries.
  • A key incident in February 2025 involved the wife allegedly attacking both the dog and the Metropolitan with a tablet and her fist.
  • The wife reportedly urinated in hallways and bedrooms, allegedly under the influence of alcohol.
  • Despite Ortenzi's lawsuit, threats continued, including a threat to stab him while he slept.
  • The wife allegedly confiscated keys to rooms and restricted his computer access.
  • The abuse reportedly began after their 2023 wedding, escalating due to the wife's jealousy.
  • Prosecutors have initiated proceedings under the 'red code' for domestic violence victims.
  • The dog has been confiscated and placed in a shelter.
  • The suspect is reportedly in Romania, and a preparatory hearing is set for March 24th.

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