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 prison 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 who 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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How does the trend of “apology for crime” videos on social media platforms potentially influence the perception and normalization of violence among young people in Naples?
## Naples on Edge After String of Youth Gun Violence
**Interviewer:** We’re here today with Dr. Antonio Rossi, a sociologist specializing in youth violence in Italy. Dr. Rossi, Naples has been experiencing a disturbing trend of gun violence involving young people. Can you shed some light on this situation?
**Dr. Rossi:** Absolutely. The recent cases, including the tragic accidental shooting of an 18-year-old, are deeply worrying. These incidents highlight a larger problem of easy access to firearms and a concerning rise in violence among youth in Naples.
**Interviewer:** What factors might be contributing to this spike in violence?
**Dr. Rossi:** There are several complex factors at play. Socioeconomic disparities, lack of opportunities, and a normalization of violence in certain communities are all contributing factors. We’re also seeing the influence of social media, where violence is often glorified and normalized.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned the influence of social media. There are reports of a trend of “apology for crime” videos emerging on platforms like TikTok. Can you elaborate on that?
**Dr. Rossi:** It’s a very disturbing trend. Young perpetrators are posting videos seemingly glorifying their actions and seeking attention. This contributes to a culture of impunity and desensitizes young people to the severity of violent acts.
**Interviewer:** What can be done to address this crisis?
**Dr. Rossi:** It requires a multi-faceted approach. We need stricter gun control measures, increased investment in social programs that provide opportunities for youth, and community-based initiatives that promote non-violent conflict resolution. It’s crucial to address the root causes of this violence and create a safer environment for everyone.
