Alain Orsoni, a former nationalist leader in Corsica, was shot and killed during his mother's funeral in the village of Vero. This incident has shocked the local community, highlighting the ongoing violence and vendettas on the island, which has one of France's highest murder rates. Orsoni, who had a controversial past linked to nationalism and organized crime, was cremated shortly after his death, which has raised concerns about potential revenge killings. The situation reflects a shift in Corsican violence from political to criminal motives, with calls for an end to the cycle of violence.