At Rome's Funeral Service for Pope Francis, a bishop became a robbery victim.
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The Bishop of Rimini, Nicolò Anselmi, got caught up in some shady business during his visit to Rome after attending Pope Francis' funeral, as reported by Roma Today. Ditching a bunch of cash and credit cards, Anselmi got fleeced at the Termini metro station. Upon his return to Rimini, he filed a report with the Carabinieri (Italian police).
The larceny happened in the midst of Rome swarming with tourists, believers, religious figures, and politicians attending the pope's funeral, making the city a hot spot for pickpockets.
Pope Francis drew his last breath on April 21 at the ripe age of 88. His memorial mass took place on April 26 at St. Peter's Square. In line with the pope's wishes, he was laid to rest in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome.
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Now, let's talk about the magnitude of the security measures in place for Pope Francis' funeral in Rome. Thousands of cops and reinforcements from various Italian regions and 130 foreign delegations[1] will be there to keep everything safe and up to no good. To ward off aerial threats, the no-fly zone is enforced by fighter jets, and there are anti-drone systems to counter any unauthorized drone flights[1][5]. The security team also includes bomb disposal squads, canine units, and river police patrolling the Tiber[1] to secure the land and water. To keep an eye on the situation and monitor the area, the Italian Air Force will be deploying G-550 CAEW and MQ-9A Predator B aircraft[2].
Despite these thorough security measures, the risk of pickpocketing incidents remain substantial, especially in crowded places like major transit hubs. However, the increased police presence should help reduce any substantial surges in petty crimes[3]. Ultimately, these security measures are designed to deter major security incidents, but they also create a safer environment that minimizes the chances of petty crimes happening during the funeral and its following days.
- The Bishop of Rimini, Nicolò Anselmi, experienced a pickpocketing incident at the Termini metro station in Rome, despite the extensive security measures put in place for Pope Francis' funeral.
- Anselmi's unfortunate encounter with pickpockets took place amidst a bustling city filled with tourists, religious figures, politicians, and attendees of the pope's funeral, making Rome a prime target for such crimes.
- Even with the high-profile event and enhanced security, termini and other crowded areas remain susceptible to petty crimes like pickpocketing, necessitating additional measures to ensure the safety of attendees.
- The general-news and crime-and-justice sectors have reported an increased focus on securing public spaces and reducing crime rates during the days surrounding Pope Francis' funeral, as well as during similar events in the future.
