Shooting Incident in Naples: Two Suspects Jailed
Naples, January 9 – Two individuals, aged 24 and 29, remain in custody following their alleged involvement in the shooting of Gianluca Pisacane, brother of Cagliari football coach Fabio Pisacane. The incident took place on the night of January 3rd in Naples, outside Pisacane’s venue in the Spanish Quarters. The suspects were apprehended in Montesilvano, Pescara, after being involved in a car accident.
Arrest and Judicial Proceedings
The arrest was carried out by officers from the Flying Squads of Naples and Pescara. The arrest was subsequently validated by the preliminary investigation judge of Pescara, Giovanni de Rensis, who ordered pre-trial detention for attempted murder and illegal possession of a firearm (a 9mm pistol). The case documents have since been transferred to Naples for territorial jurisdiction, where a second validation hearing is expected to take place.
Background to the Attack
According to investigations, the two suspects are reportedly the brother and cousin of a young woman who was initially involved in an altercation with an employee of Pisacane’s establishment and with Gianluca Pisacane himself. Pisacane’s strong reaction in defense of his employee led to the young woman and her friends being forced to leave the premises. It is believed that the shooting, which resulted in Pisacane being shot in the leg, was an act of retaliation.
Flight and Subsequent Accident
After being identified by investigators, the suspects reportedly fled Naples. Their escape was cut short when they were involved in a road accident caused by icy conditions in Montesilvano. Both sustained injuries, with one fracturing a hip and the other a foot, necessitating medical attention.
Ongoing Investigation
The authorities are continuing their investigation into the shooting incident. The transfer of the case to Naples signifies that all further legal proceedings will occur within the Neapolitan jurisdiction. The exact motive behind the shooting and the full sequence of events are still under scrutiny by the police.
Community Impact and Safety Concerns
This incident has raised concerns within the local community regarding safety and the prevalence of violence. The Spanish Quarters, a historic and vibrant area of Naples, has been a focal point for such discussions, prompting calls for increased security measures and law enforcement presence to deter similar acts of violence in the future. The shooting of a prominent local figure’s brother has brought renewed attention to the challenges of maintaining public order in certain urban areas.
The judicial process is expected to continue with further hearings in Naples, where more details regarding the incident and the involvement of the suspects may emerge. The outcome of this case will be closely watched by the public and local media, as it pertains to issues of public safety and justice in the region.
Source: corriere.it
