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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What measures are authorities in Naples taking to address the surge in gun violence?
## Naples Grapples with Surge in Gun Violence
**Interviewer:** Joining me today is *Alex Reed*, who closely follows developments in Naples. *Alex Reed*, we’ve seen a string of disturbing incidents involving firearms in Naples recently. Can you shed light on the situation?
**Alex Reed:** Absolutely. Naples is facing a worrying rise in gun violence, especially involving young people. In just a few weeks, we’ve seen several tragic cases, including accidental shootings and targeted murders.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned both accidental and intentional shootings. Can you elaborate on the different types of incidents we’re seeing?
**Alex Reed:** Sadly, yes. There was a heartbreaking case where an 18-year-old died after being accidentally shot by his cousin while they were playing with a gun.
There have also been intentional acts of violence, including a murder where a 17-year-old was killed after a seemingly trivial altercation over a shoe scuff. It’s deeply concerning to see such senseless loss of life.
**Interviewer:** What are the authorities doing to address this alarming trend?
**Alex Reed:** This surge in violence is raising serious concerns about safety in Naples. Law enforcement is actively investigating these cases, and there’s been an increase in calls for stricter gun control measures.
**Interviewer:** It seems like these incidents have sparked a broader conversation about violence in society, particularly on social media platforms like TikTok.
**Alex Reed:** That’s absolutely right. There are disturbing trends of individuals glorifying violence online, which can influence vulnerable young people. This adds another layer of complexity to the issue and highlights the need for a multifaceted approach that addresses not only law enforcement but also social and cultural factors contributing to violence.
**Interviewer:** *Alex Reed*, thank you for providing such valuable insights into this pressing issue. We certainly hope to see swift and effective action taken to address the root causes of this violence and ensure the safety of Naples’ residents.
