Italo-Dominican cook beaten by group of youths in Francavilla al Mare

A 26-year-old Italo-Dominican cook was surrounded and beaten by a group of young restaurant customers after his shift in Francavilla al Mare, suffering injuries with a 40-day prognosis. The mayor condemned the attack as having a probable racial motive.

• Francavilla al Mare, Italy
• Sep 4, 2026
• Severity 4 of 5 — Physical assault causing injury