Tragedy at the Nocera Inferiore parade: horse dies in the street, but the parade continues.

Nocera Inferiore – An afternoon of shock and controversy in Nocera Inferiore, where the traditional "Cavalcata dei Re Magi" parade was marred by a tragic event. A horse, pulling one of the carriages in the historical procession, suddenly collapsed, dying amidst pedestrians in the heart of the city.

According to initial reports and eyewitness accounts, the animal collapsed due to physical exertion aggravated by adverse weather conditions. The pouring rain had made the asphalt slippery, making it extremely difficult for the horses to maintain their balance and perform their duties in the city traffic. However, it wasn't just the animal's death that sparked a wave of outrage, but the organizers' decision to continue the event despite the carcass still being on the road.

Borrelli's attack: "Traditions should not be at the expense of the weakest."
The incident was reported by an eyewitness to Francesco Emilio Borrelli, a member of the Green Left Alliance, who harshly condemned the handling of the event.

"What happened is a shocking example of human insensitivity," the parliamentarian declared, "which demands a clear stance on the use of animals at public events. The precautionary principle was lacking: exposing animals to foreseeable dangers, such as slippery asphalt and excessive exertion, is unacceptable."

The control issue
The MP then announced a regulatory battle, calling for stricter controls to ensure compatibility between animal welfare and the choreographic demands of historical reenactments. "The reference to tradition is welcome," Borrelli concluded, "but not at the expense of those who cannot defend themselves. Rigorous checks are needed on the physical and environmental conditions in which these animals are used."

The episode reignites the national debate on the opportunity to modernize local traditions, eliminating the use of animals where minimum safety and respect standards are not guaranteed.