NAPLES, Campania, Italy – February 4, 2026 – A commercial establishment in Pomigliano d’Arco, Naples, has been ordered to close for 15 days following a shooting incident on Christmas Eve that left a 7-year-old boy and a 47-year-old man injured. The closure order was issued by the Naples Police Commissioner after investigations by State Police agents from the Acerra police station revealed discrepancies in initial reports.
Investigation Uncovers True Location of Shooting
According to the initial statements given by the child’s parents, the boy was injured by a firework in a public square. The 47-year-old man also claimed he was injured in a different town square. However, police investigations determined that both incidents were linked to a single event that occurred inside the bar located in Piazza Mercato, not outside as initially reported.
The child sustained a graze wound to his arm from a bullet, which subsequently struck the 47-year-old man in the buttocks. The police investigation uncovered that several individuals, described as being in an “altered state” and “potentially armed,” including the child’s father, had been allowed into the bar.
Closure Justified by Public Safety Concerns
The closure order was issued because the incident indicated an “objectively dangerous situation for safety and foreseeably susceptible to further aggravation if tolerated.” This measure aims to prevent similar occurrences and ensure public order in the area.
The incident highlights the importance of accurate reporting and thorough investigations in ensuring public safety. The police acted decisively to address a situation that posed a significant risk to the community.
This case serves as a reminder of the potential consequences when establishments fail to maintain a safe environment for their patrons.
