An argument between young people, sparked by trivial reasons, took a dramatic turn. A simple bump on a foot provoked a reaction that escalated into violence, culminating in gunshots. It is tragic to think that someone can die in this way near Naples and that young lives can be cut short so soon. In San Sebastiano Vesuvio, a town on the outskirts of the city, a 19-year-old boy, Santo Romano, lost his life. He was a young footballer with the dream of becoming a professional and played as a goalkeeper for Micri, a team that participates in the Eccellenza championship. Another young man from the team was injured during the accident.

The football club expressed its grief on social media: “A piece of news that deeply affects us, as if we had been projected into a nightmare.” The Carabinieri identified and arrested a 17-year-old boy, believed to be involved in Santo’s murder and the attempted murder of his friend. The investigation could use images from surveillance cameras installed in the area of ​​the shooting.

Mayor Giuseppe Panico said the area is under surveillance. He stressed that such incidents can happen anywhere and described the square where the fight took place as a meeting point for local youth. In addition, a meeting will be held tomorrow at the Town Hall to discuss security and public order in the area.

From what has emerged from the preliminary investigations, Santo Romano may not have actively participated in the fight that led to the shooting; this information comes from the testimonies of some witnesses present that evening. Residents have reported the excessive presence of youth groups and the risks associated with such situations to the competent authorities. Just a few days ago, another young man, Emanuele Tufano, was killed while riding a scooter in the center of Naples.

Youth violence seems to be a worrying phenomenon; in fact, Giovanbattista Giogiò Cutolo and Francesco Pio Maimone have also been victims of similar episodes in recent months. The Archbishop of Naples, Don Mimmo Battaglia, expressed his suffering regarding these tragedies, affirming the importance of disarming the territories and not letting violence prevail. He invited everyone not to resign themselves in the face of this sad reality.