Yesterday evening, in the Posillipo neighborhood of Naples, an episode of serious vandalism shook the community. A citizen reported the throwing of cobblestones on his car parked in the park on Via Petrarca, an area also frequented by pedestrians. The act was reported to the deputy of the Green-Sinister Alliance, Francesco Emilio Borrelli.
According to the complaint, the cobblestones were thrown from the panoramic terrace of Via Catullo. “For pure fun they risk hurting others even seriously,” said Borrelli, flanked by the municipal councilors of Europa Verde, Lorenzo Pascucci and Gianni Caselli.
In a joint note, Borrelli and councillors have expressed concern over the rising tide of vandalism in the city: “Naples is teeming with vandals and criminals who sow chaos, fear and destruction. They feel above the law, invincible, because they almost always get away with it, and masters of the streets. A deviant mentality that has blossomed in many young minds and that is now thriving and growing lush, watered by the climate of tolerance that has been felt here for decades. They call them pranks, but they are real criminal acts that as such must be prosecuted and fought.”
The episode has rekindled the debate on safety and respect for the law in Naples, with many citizens calling for more severe measures to combat these acts of vandalism. Local authorities are urged to intensify controls and promote awareness campaigns to educate young people to respect the rules and civil coexistence.
Article published on 29 July 2024 - 10:33
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