NAPLES.- The city of Naples in Italia is on alert after the death of another young man due to a gunshot.
Last Saturday, an 18-year-old young man lost his life after being hit by a bullet from a gun he was playing with in the streets of the Naples Historic Center.
A day later, the victim’s cousin was arrested after confessing that he accidentally fired the gun they were playing with.
This case joins other similar ones in the same Italian city in recent weeks.
There are three deaths from firearms in Naples
From last October 27 to Saturday, November 9, there were five gun attacks in which young people, some teenagers, were involved.
The cases range from accidental incidents to intentional attacks.
On October 27, a 20-year-old young man was shot in the back of the head while driving his vehicle; the victim survived.
A case that ended in tragedy occurred last November 2 in the San Sebastiano del Vesuvius neighborhood in Naples when a 17-year-old teenager murdered another, two years older than him.
The attacker was released from jail last May and shot the 19-year-old after a fight between two groups, allegedly because he dirty his shoes from an accidental stomp.
A week earlier, two teenagers, ages 14 and 17, shot and killed another 15-year-old boy in the city center.
Apology for crime comes to TikTok
These cases have raised alarms about violence in the streets, marginalization and the activity of criminal groups such as the Camorrawhich contribute to the ease with which adolescents are obtaining firearms.
Francesco Borrelli, deputy of Green-Left Alliance coalition which has been protected by escort since 2022, reported that more and more young people identify with crime, and even make altars or other tributes to criminals who have died.
The legislator recalled the case of Luigi Caiafaa 17-year-old minor from the historic center of Naples who died at the hands of the police while committing an attempted robbery in 2020.
After his death, a mural and an altar appeared in his honor.
“Beyond the mural, there was a small altar of devotion, as if it were the Virgin Mary, with the boy’s photo and his things, like a clock,” says Borrelli.
Although the police covered the mural with the young man’s face, there is a graffiti in his memory: “Luigi Cafaia lives”said the Italian.
The deputy regretted that these expressions of admiration for members of crime even reach social networks such as TikTok.
Los altars of the Camorra “Almost all of them were dejected years ago, but the apology moved to social networks, especially TikTok,” Borrelli explained.
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## Gun Violence in Naples: A Growing Concern
**Interviewer:** We are joined today by [Guest Name], a [Guest Credentials/Expertise], to discuss the recent alarming rise in gun violence in Naples, Italy. [Guest Name], thanks for joining us.
**Guest:** Thank you for having me. It’s a deeply concerning situation.
**Interviewer:** Absolutely. As our viewers may know, Naples has seen a string of deadly shootings involving young people over the past few weeks. Can you give us a brief overview of the situation?
**Guest:** Indeed. Tragically, there have been three fatal shootings in Naples in just the past few weeks. In one particularly heartbreaking case, an 18-year-old lost his life after being accidentally shot by his cousin while they were playing with a gun. This incident, along with the others, highlights a growing problem with gun accessibility and a disregard for safety among young people.
**Interviewer:** And these incidents range from accidental shootings to premeditated attacks.
**Guest:** Yes, that’s right. We’ve seen everything from a 20-year-old being shot in the head while driving, to a 19-year-old being murdered after a minor altercation. There’s a disturbing trend of violence escalating quickly, often ending in tragedy.
**Interviewer:** What are some of the factors contributing to this rise in gun violence?
**Guest:** It’s likely a complex mix of factors. Socioeconomic disparities, lack of opportunities, and the presence of organized crime all contribute to a climate where violence is more likely to occur.
**Interviewer:** Are there any initiatives in place to address this problem?
**Guest:** Local authorities are facing tremendous pressure to address the situation. There are calls for increased police presence, stricter gun control measures, and community programs aimed at preventing youth violence.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like a challenging situation, [Guest Name]. Any final thoughts you’d like to share with our viewers?
**Guest:** This is a tragic situation unfolding in Naples, and it’s a reminder of the importance of addressing the root causes of violence. We need a multi-faceted approach involving law enforcement, community leaders, and social service providers to break this cycle of violence and create a safer environment for all.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights, [Guest Name]. We hope to see positive change in Naples soon.
