Woman Struck in Head by Marble Vase While Walking with Boyfriend in Naples
Unfortunate Incident Leaves Woman Seriously Injured
A woman in Naples, Italy, was seriously injured on Sunday after being struck in the head by a marble vase that fell from a balcony above. The woman, who has not been identified, was walking with her boyfriend along Via Toledo, a busy shopping street in the city center, when the incident occurred.
Unfortunate Timing and Location
According to witnesses, the vase fell from a third-floor balcony and struck the woman in the head. She was knocked unconscious and suffered a severe head injury. The woman was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she is currently in critical condition.
Ongoing Investigation and Safety Concerns
The incident is being investigated by the police, who are trying to determine how the vase fell from the balcony. They are also investigating whether the balcony was properly maintained and if there were any safety violations. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of balconies in Naples, as this is not the first time someone has been injured by a falling object.
Similar Incidents and Safety Measures
In 2018, a tourist was killed in Naples after being struck by a falling piece of concrete from a building. In response to that incident, the city authorities ordered inspections of all balconies in the city center. However, it is unclear if the balcony from which the vase fell had been inspected recently.
The incident has also prompted calls for stricter safety regulations for balconies in Naples. Some residents have suggested that balconies should be required to have safety nets or other measures to prevent objects from falling. The city authorities are currently considering these proposals.
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