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Police Probe Motorway Brawl Between Como and Atalanta Ultras at Somaglia

Investigators are examining social media clips and CCTV to identify those involved, with possible sanctions and stadium bans to follow.

Overview

  • The fight broke out shortly before midnight at the Somaglia A1 service area as supporters returned from matches in Bologna and Parma.
  • Videos posted online and surveillance footage from the autogrill are being analyzed to recognize participants.
  • Digos and the highway police intervened and restored order after petards and smoke bombs were thrown near the motorway lanes.
  • Authorities have reported no serious injuries or hospital treatments linked to the incident.
  • Reports differ on the scale of the clash, with one outlet estimating about 300 people, and penalties including possible Daspo are under review.