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Rome Declares Security ‘Red Zone’ Around the Colosseum to Protect Tourists Amid Violent Crime Incidents
Officials say existing measures failed to curb predatory crime, so police and military will patrol the area around the clock.
- Rome officials declared the Colosseum area a "red zone" in late August, deploying extra security with expanded arrest powers through December 24 to combat rising crime. Authorities blame "predatory crimes and drug dealing" linked to urban decay.
- Lamberto Giannini, responsible for Rome security, identified the new metro station as a conduit for marginalized youth entering the historical center. A July attack where about 50 people injured police with fireworks established a pattern of increased crime.
- The ordinance issued by Giannini states that existing measures proved inadequate in tackling a "serious public emergency" presenting a "risk of serious damage" to sensitive areas. Security officers now hold greater powers to arrest troublemakers or order them to leave.
- On Tuesday, American tourist Janelle Triton from Philadelphia witnessed a pickpocketing near the site despite heightened security, telling CNN she was warned by her hotel against visiting at night.
- Authorities also enhanced security at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, Peter's Basilica, and the Termini station. A report expected in September will detail the red zone's impact as officials evaluate whether investments are effectively curbing crime.
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Rome declares a security ‘red zone’ around the Colosseum to protect tourists amid violent crime incidents
Extra police and military deployed have been deployed to the Italian capital’s historic center to combat rising crime, drug dealing, and safety threats affecting tourists.
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The controls of the Local Police of Rome continue Capital in the so-called "red zone" according to the supervisory plan prepared by the General Command, with particular attention to the protection of the health of citizens and tourists, to the regularity of commercial activities and to the contrast of the phenomena of abuse and degradation. During the control services carried out yesterday, [...] L'articolo Irregularità nella zona redda, blitz d…
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