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.