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Milan violence protest
271 arrested in mass sweep
In short
A protest against rising prices in Milan, Italy turned violent.
Police arrested 271 protesters, of whom 220 were minors.
32 were formally arrested, and unrest spread to other northern cities.
Key facts
| When | It occurred over the weekend of October 17-18 (local time). |
|---|---|
| Where | Clashes broke out around Piazza del Duomo in Milan, Italy. |
| Who | 271 protesters were arrested, including 220 minors and 60 foreigners. |
| What | 32 were arrested on charges of looting, property damage, and obstruction of official duties; 28 were referred to prosecutors. |
What it means for me
If planning to visit Italy, check security conditions in northern cities like Milan and Turin.
