The report , which could not be independently verified on Wednesday night , said Pessina was sentenced in Italy to eight years and 11 months in prison for robbery and illegal weapons and explosives possession .
<response> The report , which could not be independently verified on Wednesday night , said <person>Pessina</person> was sentenced in <location>Italy</location> to eight years and 11 months in prison for robbery and illegal weapons and explosives possession . </response>