Naples – A 55-year-old illegal parking attendant, already known to the police, was arrested by the State Police on charges of robbery. The episode occurred yesterday evening, along the Riviera di Chiaia, one of the busiest areas of the city.
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The officers of the San Ferdinando Police Station, engaged in a territorial control service, noticed a man who was attacking a motorist.
The police officers intervened immediately and stopped the attacker, finding him in possession of the victim's purse, containing documents and cash.
According to the reconstruction by the agents, the attacker had approached the driver while he was parking his car, asking him for money for the parking. When the man refused, the unauthorized parking he threatened him and physically assaulted him, snatching his purse.
The arrest and the return of the stolen goods
The assailant was arrested on charges of robbery, while the stolen goods were returned to their rightful owner. The man is now awaiting trial.
Article published on 5 April 2025 - 17:18
This robbery episode is worrying. I don't understand how it is possible that there are still illegal parking attendants in the city. The police should do more to prevent situations like this, which put the safety of citizens at risk.