Guard Charged After Firing Gun at Intruders in Crespellano

A 63-year-old man was charged by the Carabinieri in Crespellano, Italy, after firing several shots from a .357 Magnum revolver to ward off potential burglars at an electromechanical facility. While no injuries were reported, the man faces legal action for illegal possession of a firearm and for performing security duties without proper authorization, as his permit had expired in 2014.

Legal Consequences of the Crespellano Incident

The bullets did not strike any individuals, instead impacting the walls of the facility. Authorities arrived on the scene following the disturbance and initiated an investigation into the circumstances of the shooting. Italian law requires a valid porto d’armi (firearm license) for the legal ownership and carry of such weapons; the suspect’s permit had been inactive for a decade.

Regulations on Private Security in Italy

The suspect in this case was operating outside of these legal frameworks.

Key Details of the Investigation