Rome – Update of 3 November 2026: Italy's State Police arrested 644 people during a nationwide operation against youth crime over two weeks. They included 575 adults and 69 minors. The results, published on Monday, cover action against offences against persons and property, drug trafficking and illegal weapons possession.
The operation was coordinated by the Servizio centrale operativo, the State Police's central operational investigative unit. Criminal investigation units from 106 police headquarters took part, supported by other officers. Checks focused mainly on drug-dealing locations and nightlife districts. Railway stations, parks and shops were also among the places checked.
Officers checked a total of 236,138 young people, including 23,060 minors. A further 1,695 people were reported for offences; 373 of them are minors. Police also monitored 1,115 social media profiles. Blocking was requested for three profiles in the Turin area because they allegedly displayed violent content and weapons.
Youth crime: what do the figures from Monza show?
The results from Monza and Brianza provide an insight into the local operation. Five people were arrested and eleven reported for offences. Eight of those reported are minors. Police identified around 1,800 people, including just under 700 minors, and checked more than 160 vehicles. They also conducted 40 searches. These local figures form part of the nationwide operation, not an additional national total.
Seizures during the overall operation included 69.4 kilograms of cocaine, 174.8 kilograms of cannabinoids and 328 grams of heroin. Allegations range from robbery and extortion to assault, theft and drug trafficking. The published figures reflect the police's investigative results. Arrests and reports are not convictions; the competent courts determine criminal responsibility.
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