Deadly riots after Napoli's championship

One man was killed and hundreds more injured in southern Italy as fans poured into the streets to celebrate Napoli’s historic championship win.

Festive atmosphere filled the streets on the day Napoli became king in Italy after 33 years of waiting. However, the celebration gradually became out of control. There were casualties appearing during the night.

Just hours later, a 26-year-old man died of a gunshot wound. Daily Mail revealed Vincenzo Costanzo, 26, was the one who died after being hit by a bullet. The police are investigating the real cause of death of Costanzo, who was a notorious criminal. “Celebration can be used as cover for an attack,” the British newspaper wrote.

Just hours later, a 26-year-old man died of a gunshot wound. Daily Mail revealed Vincenzo Costanzo, 26, was the one who died after being hit by a bullet. The police are investigating the real cause of death of Costanzo, who was a notorious criminal. “Celebration can be used as cover for an attack,” the British newspaper wrote.

Police said Costanzo was found on the ground with his body bleeding profusely along with three other people. One of them is this man’s girlfriend. All were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, but Costanzo did not survive.Health authorities in Naples reported more than 200 people were injured and in need of medical treatment across the city. 22 people are in critical condition with burns, head injuries and rear fractures from flares or falls from scooters and cars. Paramedics and anti-riot police were dispatched to the central area, an hour after Napoli won the championship.

Health authorities in Naples reported more than 200 people were injured and in need of medical treatment across the city. 22 people are in critical condition with burns, head injuries and rear fractures from flares or falls from scooters and cars. Paramedics and anti-riot police were dispatched to the central area, an hour after Napoli won the championship.

The authorities took a number of measures to stabilize public order and tried to prevent the risk, but failed. Traffic is prohibited in the central area for the purpose of avoiding congestion. Firecrackers were also banned, but that didn’t stop Napoli fans from celebrating with flares and smoke bombs throughout the night. Three policemen were attacked as they tried to move the crowd.

At Dacia Stadium, Napoli and Udinese fans also faced each other as soon as the final whistle sounded. ANSA news agency said the home team’s fans were equipped with belts and batons. They are ready to use these items to attack the opponent.

RAI television confirmed that riot police quickly intervened to break up the scuffle. Six fans are said to have been injured after the clash. Before the match was about to end, security staff were mobilized to escort players and coaching staff out of the field.

Victor Osimhen and his teammates were surrounded by a crowd of fans and it took a long time to enter the tunnel. Napoli 16 points ahead of Lazio, while the season only has 5 rounds, thereby officially winning the Serie A 2022/23.