Million-Euro Heist in Posillipo: Entrepreneur and Family Drugged, 26-Carat Diamond Stolen
Naples, April 27, 2026 – A sophisticated home invasion in the upscale Posillipo district of Naples has resulted in the theft of valuables estimated at nearly half a million euros, including a rare 26-carat diamond. The victims, a retired textile entrepreneur, his wife, and their housekeeper, were reportedly drugged during the incident on the night of Thursday, April 23rd.
The meticulously planned robbery, carried out with professional precision, targeted a residence on Via Orazio. The thieves made off with several thousand euros in cash, various pieces of jewelry, silverware, and a 26-carat diamond, a family heirloom valued at approximately 300,000 euros.
Investigation Underway by Local Authorities
Local police, coordinated by the Public Prosecutor’s Office, have launched an investigation into the incident. Forensic teams have conducted a thorough examination of the scene, and surveillance footage from the neighborhood’s CCTV systems is being reviewed. The police intervention was prompted by a call received at 7:04 AM on Friday, April 24th, after the family discovered the ransacked apartment.
The apartment, located on the first floor of an elegant two-story building, showed clear signs of a break-in. Drawers were emptied, furniture was opened, and objects were overturned. Investigators believe at least two thieves entered the property, with a third accomplice acting as a lookout from a car parked on the street.
Method of Entry and Escape
The perpetrators are thought to have climbed to a salon window, forced it open, and gained access to the residence. After collecting the valuables, they exited through the same point of entry, leaving behind evident traces of their passage. Crucially, the thieves removed the memory card from the internal security cameras before fleeing, effectively neutralizing any potential recordings. The alarm system was also inactive at the time of the robbery.
Remarkably, none of the occupants reported hearing any suspicious noises during the night, suggesting the use of a narcotizing agent to incapacitate them. This aspect of the crime is a key focus for investigators.
Focus on External Surveillance
With internal camera footage compromised, the investigation is heavily reliant on external surveillance systems to identify the culprits and their movements. Police are meticulously analyzing footage from the surrounding area of Via Orazio, a well-known residential street in Posillipo.
This incident highlights a growing concern among residents in affluent areas regarding the sophistication of criminal gangs targeting high-value properties. Authorities are urging residents to review and enhance their home security measures.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and more details emerge regarding this audacious and well-executed robbery.
