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Mass Sexual Assaults Reported During New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Milan

Victims describe horrifying attacks by large groups of men on the Piazza del Duomo as Italian authorities launch investigations.

  • Multiple women, including tourists from Belgium and Germany, reported being sexually assaulted by groups of men during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Milan's Piazza del Duomo.
  • Victims described being surrounded by groups of 30 to 100 men, many of whom were reportedly of migrant background, and subjected to groping and other forms of sexual violence.
  • Victims criticized the police response, with reports of officers appearing helpless or dismissing complaints when incidents were reported.
  • Italian authorities have begun investigations, reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to identify the perpetrators involved in the attacks.
  • The events have drawn comparisons to the 2015 Cologne New Year’s Eve assaults, raising concerns about public safety during large gatherings.
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