Police in Caserta arrested a 23-year-old Tunisian man on suspicion of robbery after he allegedly tore a gold necklace from the neck of a 72-year-old woman near the Royal Palace of Caserta.
According to the validated reports, the incident took place in corso Giannone, in front of the Reggia di Caserta ticket office. The necklace included a crucifix pendant.
Chase through nearby streets
The reports state that after the alleged snatch, the suspect attempted to escape through the surrounding streets and buildings. Officers pursued him and stopped him in via Mantegna.
The stolen necklace was recovered during the police operation and returned to the woman.
Woman assisted by medical staff
The 72-year-old woman was assisted by emergency medical staff at the scene and taken to hospital for checks. The primary report describes scratches to her neck and a two-day prognosis.
The reports do not provide further detail about her condition beyond that initial medical assessment.
Arrest and current procedural stage
Police took the suspect into custody and, by order of the prosecutor, transferred him to the local prison.
This remains an arrest-stage case: the sources report allegations and the arrest, but they do not establish a final judicial outcome. The sources also do not independently confirm the suspect's identity beyond the reported age and nationality.
Readers should therefore treat the account of the theft as alleged until any subsequent judicial finding is reported.
