Vatican News reported that Fr Malgesini, 51, knew his alleged killer and was conducting his morning routine, delivering aid to the needy in the small community of Beato Scalabrini. Ridha had reportedly waited for Malgesini outside of the rectory after purchasing a large kitchen knife before stabbing him in what appears to be a premeditated attack. Ridha then walked around 400 yards, soaked in blood, to the nearest police station where he turned himself in. It was revealed that Fr Malgesini had previously supplied Ridha with assistance in the past.