Some pieces of cornice fell from the church of San Giacomo, located on Via del Corso, in the heart of Rome. A 51-year-old man, living nearby, suffered a minor injury to his leg and was taken to the Fatebenefratelli hospital for treatment, with a green code. Don Giuseppe Trappolini, parish priest of the church, told ANSA that no significant problems had been found. “This summer, inspections were carried out because the church is part of the PNRR plan and no anomalies had emerged. It is a miracle that nothing more serious happened; it could have turned into a tragedy, considering that there are always many people in front of the church,” said the parish priest.

A special celebration was planned today to commemorate the two hundred years of the parish with the presence of the new vicar, Monsignor Baldo Reina. However, due to the accident, the event was postponed. The falling cornices raised concerns not only for the safety of passers-by but also for the historical and cultural value of the church itself. San Giacomo represents an important point of reference in the community and any damage to this building raises fears and questions about its preservation.

Local authorities are now assessing the situation to ensure that all necessary safety measures are in place. St. James Church is a popular place for tourists and residents and its protection is essential to avoid future incidents. The incident has also raised discussions about the maintenance of historic buildings in the city and the need for constant monitoring.

News of the incident quickly spread across social media, with many expressing solidarity with the injured man and concern for the safety of public places. The community is rallying to support local authorities in assessing the damage and planning the necessary corrective measures. The focus is now on ensuring that similar events do not happen again in the future, thus preserving one of the historical and religious treasures of the Italian capital.