Grillo calls for 'people's trial' of system after EU poll

(ANSA) - Rome, May 21 - Beppe Grillo, leader of the anti-establishment 5-Star Movement (M5S), on Wednesday called for putting politicians, industrialists and journalists "on trial" using an online system and popular vote among M5S members after European Parliament elections this month.
    The comedian turned politician wrote on his blog that the aim of the Web-based "trial" was to "inform citizens about the theft and embezzlement of a system that led to the collapse of Italy" "Just as you can't build on rubble, you can't build a new Italy without clearing the land of those who have plundered, transforming the fifth (sixth?) industrial power into a desert," Grillo said.
    The often foul-mouthed protest leader announced "lists" of suspects would be created.
    "There will be lists, evidence and witnesses for the prosecution as in a trial. For each person there will be a citizen who will state the charges," Grillo wrote.
    Jurors are to be certified M5S members.
    "The trial will last at least a year. The lists will be made public without delay," Grillo added.