Italy's Government Responds to Youth Crime Surge with Crackdown on Juvenile Offenders

After a horrific rape case involving two young girls in Naples, Father Maurizio Patriciello, a pastor in the area, has praised the government's efforts to combat youth crime but expressed concern over the lack of restrictions on minors' access to pornography. The alleged rapes, carried out by a group of teenage boys, have sparked public outrage and demands for action. While the government introduced measures to address youth crime, including investments in urban improvements and stricter punishments, restrictions on access to pornographic sites for minors were not included in the final draft of the law. Patriciello emphasized the need for comprehensive solutions and support for children in vulnerable situations.