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Rome Birthday Assault: Boy, 9, Undergoes Surgery After Beating in Fidene Park

Police identified three children aged 7, 9, 11, with the case sent to the juvenile prosecutor under rules for non-imputable minors.

Overview

  • The attack occurred during a birthday gathering in a Fidene park in Rome on Friday, according to local reports.
  • An emergency call to 112 prompted a rapid police response, and officers located the alleged assailants within minutes.
  • The victim suffered facial fractures and underwent surgery at Policlinico Umberto I, with doctors keeping a reserved prognosis.
  • Investigators have filed a report to the Juvenile Prosecutor's Office since the children are under 14 and not criminally imputable under Italian law.
  • Authorities are assessing each minor's role and are evaluating potential parental responsibility as part of juvenile-welfare procedures.