# Domestic violence enforcement in Italy, May‑August 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-courts-enforce-restraining-orders-in-domestic-abuse-cases
> Updated: 2026-08-06T18:05:28.000Z. Sources: 121. Developments: 27.

Italian police and Carabinieri have continued to apply the Codice Rosso framework to curb gender‑based violence throughout the country. In late May, courts in Ragusa issued precautionary restraining orders for three men, while a 24‑year‑old in Reggio Emilia was arrested for repeatedly breaching a protective distance requirement. A 32‑year‑old was detained in Pedara for stalking his ex‑girlfriend, and arrests in Lecce and Messina added a teenage assailant of his mother and a 37‑year‑old who threatened his ex‑partner.

June saw a series of domestic‑violence interventions: men of North African origin were arrested in Andria and Milan for aggravated abuse; a 15‑year‑old in Lecce was taken into custody for assaulting his mother; a 54‑year‑old on house arrest attacked his wife and son in Castelnovo Sotto; and multiple brothers were detained in Bergamo for threats and knife‑related assaults. Weapon seizures accompanied several cases, notably in Pulsano (switchblade, dagger, altered revolver) and the Vibonese area of Calabria, where firearms were confiscated after domestic‑threat reports.

July added legal commentary, with forensic lawyer Luigi Alfano urging an overhaul of Codice Rosso and a parental‑licence scheme, citing a Capri stalking case. Police also seized illegal weapons in Vibonese towns, enforced restraining orders in Sicily, and carried out a wave of arrests across provinces, including a high‑speed chase for a restraining‑order breach in Campofelice di Roccella. The pattern of swift arrests, electronic‑monitoring mandates, and coordinated protective measures underscores an intensified national effort to protect victims and deter domestic violence through the Codice Rosso protocol.

## Claims

- A 41‑year‑old man was arrested in Carini for aggravated domestic abuse against his ex‑partner. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The 22‑year‑old allegedly attempted to strangle his girlfriend during an argument about drug use. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The 41‑year‑old suspect was placed in preventive custody at Pagliarelli prison in Palermo. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Both arrests were carried out by the Carabinieri. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A 25‑year‑old man was arrested in Villafranca Tirrena for acts of persecution against his ex‑partner. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A 25‑year‑old man was arrested in Villafranca Tirrena for persecutory acts against his ex‑partner and placed under house arrest. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Four members of the ‘Jonny’ investigation against the Arena ‘Ndrangheta clan were transferred to prisons after the Supreme Court confirmed their convictions. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The victim experienced threats, obsessive control, and an attempted strangulation in the presence of minor children. (single source)
- A 22‑year‑old man was arrested in Catania for injuries and domestic abuse against his 20‑year‑old girlfriend. (single source)
- The 22‑year‑old was placed under house arrest by the judicial authority. (single source)
- Investigators used medical reports, testimonies and recordings as evidence. (single source)
- A 31‑year‑old man was arrested in Aprilia for repeated domestic‑violence offences between 2022 and 2026. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-06: Italian police enforce precautionary measures in family abuse and false‑identity cases

Italian police enforced court‑ordered precautionary measures in Teramo for alleged domestic abuse and in Jesolo against a foreign man for violating a custodial order and providing false identity.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-police-enforce-precautionary-measures-in-family-abuse-and-falseidentity-cases

### 2026-07-28: Italian Carabinieri carry out wave of arrests in domestic‑violence, murder‑for‑hire and mafia‑linked fraud cases

Carabinieri arrested dozens of suspects in Italy for a foiled murder‑for‑hire, domestic‑violence, mafia‑linked fraud and other crimes.

42 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-police-arrest-men-for-severe-domestic-abuse-in-sicily

### 2026-07-26: Italian authorities arrest multiple suspects in domestic violence and assault cases

Italian police arrested multiple suspects for domestic violence, assaults and illegal knife possession in Sassari, Crotone, Salerno, Pozzallo, Brescia and Bologna.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-arrests-men-for-domestic-violence-in-sassari-and-bologna

### 2026-07-19: Italian Carabinieri arrest suspects in multiple domestic‑violence incidents

Carabinieri arrested suspects in Licata, Palermo, Ginosa, Rebbio, Trentola Ducenta, Massarosa and Napoli for assaults, threats, kidnapping and other domestic‑violence crimes.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-police-arrest-romanian-men-in-domesticabuse-cases-in-ginosa-and-padua

### 2026-07-13: Italian police act against a wave of domestic‑violence offenses

Italian Carabinieri intervene in multiple domestic‑violence cases, arresting suspects and enforcing restraining orders across several provinces.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/two-sicilian-men-arrested-for-domestic-violence

### 2026-07-09: Sicily police arrest two men for breaching domestic‑violence restraining orders

Sicilian Carabinieri arrested a 45‑year‑old in Ravanusa and a 24‑year‑old in Licata for breaching court‑ordered domestic‑violence restraining orders.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sicily-police-arrest-two-men-for-breaching-domesticviolence-restraining-orders

### 2026-07-05: Man arrested for repeatedly intruding into ex‑wife's garden in Aci Bonaccorsi, Italy

A 45‑year‑old man from San Giovanni La Punta was arrested by Carabinieri in Viagrande after repeatedly breaking into his ex‑wife’s garden in Aci Bonaccorsi, Italy, and threatening her and her children.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/man-arrested-for-repeatedly-intruding-into-exwifes-garden-in-aci-bonaccorsi-italy

### 2026-07-03: Italian police arrest suspects in Genoa home burglary and Umbria domestic‑violence case

Police in Genoa arrested two men after a burglary; Carabinieri in Umbria detained a husband for domestic abuse after his wife sought help.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-police-arrest-suspects-in-genoa-home-burglary-and-umbria-domesticviolence-case

### 2026-07-02: Italian legal experts call for Codice Rosso overhaul and a parental licensing system

Italian lawyer Luigi Alfano proposes fast‑track specialist support, harsher penalties and a parental licence to reform the Codice Rosso law, citing a Capri stalking case that exposed enforcement gaps.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-legal-experts-call-for-codice-rosso-overhaul-and-a-parental-licensing-system

### 2026-07-01: Carabinieri seize illegal weapons in Vibonese towns after domestic threats

Carabinieri seized firearms and filed charges in Filandari, Acquaro and Mileto after weapons violations and domestic‑violence incidents.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/carabinieri-seize-illegal-weapons-in-vibonese-towns-after-domestic-threats

### 2026-06-30: 32-year-old woman arrested after high‑speed chase in Campofelice di Roccella, Sicily

A 32‑year‑old woman in Campofelice di Roccella was arrested after fleeing police and driving dangerously while violating a court‑ordered restraining order.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-woman-arrested-after-defying-restraining-order-during-dangerous-chase-in-campofelice-di-rocc

### 2026-06-29: Italy police actions: drug seizure, domestic‑violence arrests and stabbing incidents

Italian police seized 14 kg of marijuana in Cagliari, arrested several people for breaching house‑arrest or restraining orders, and responded to stabbing and assault incidents across the country.

20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/carabinieri-arrest-35yearold-for-violating-protection-order-in-casapesenna

### 2026-06-25: Italian Carabinieri intervene in domestic violence cases in Medolla and Cervino

Italian Carabinieri secured protective orders and arrests in domestic violence cases in Medolla and Cervino, demonstrating swift police action against family abuse.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-carabinieri-intervene-in-domestic-violence-cases-in-medolla-and-cervino

### 2026-06-24: Italian police arrest suspects in attempted burglary and family‑abuse cases

Italian police detained a Moldovan burglary suspect in Genoa and a 54‑year‑old man for family‑abuse and document fraud in Sansepolcro.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-police-arrest-suspects-in-attempted-burglary-and-familyabuse-cases

### 2026-06-23: Pulsano Man Arrested for Domestic Violence and Illegal Weapons

A 47‑year‑old man in Pulsano, Italy, was arrested for domestic abuse and illegal weapons after threatening his wife with a knife and damaging her car; police seized a switchblade, dagger, modified revolver and

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pulsano-man-arrested-for-domestic-violence-and-illegal-weapons

### 2026-06-20: 48‑Year‑Old Man Barred from Approaching Partner After Brutal Abuse in Reggio Emilia

A 48‑year‑old man in Reggio Emilia received an absolute restraining order with electronic monitoring after a victim detailed severe domestic abuse, including threats, whipping, cold‑shower punishment, and a 15‑

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/48yearold-man-barred-from-approaching-partner-after-brutal-abuse-in-reggio-emilia

### 2026-06-18: Man on house arrest attacks wife and son with knife in Castelnovo Sotto, Italy

A house‑arrested 54‑year‑old in Castelnovo Sotto chased his wife and son with a knife, was intercepted by police, and arrested after a loaded pistol was found.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/man-on-house-arrest-attacks-wife-and-son-with-knife-in-castelnovo-sotto-italy

### 2026-06-17: Carabinieri arrest two men in Bergamo province over domestic violence threats

In Bergamo province, Carabinieri arrested two brothers for severe domestic abuse, threats and extortion under the Codice Rosso, leading to one house arrest and one pre‑trial detention.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/carabinieri-arrest-two-men-in-bergamo-province-over-domestic-violence-threats

### 2026-06-15: Italian Carabinieri intervene in separate violent incidents – domestic abuse and supermarket assault

Carabinieri placed a man under urgent house‑removal after he attacked his pregnant partner in Tolentino and arrested a woman who injured officers during a supermarket theft attempt in Scandiano.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/carabinieri-arrest-perpetrators-in-two-italian-domesticviolence-cases

### 2026-06-14: 44‑year‑old Italian arrested after attacking ex‑partner's home with 27 cm butcher knife in Sesto San Giovanni

A 44‑year‑old Italian was arrested in Sesto San Giovanni for attacking his ex‑partner's home with a 27 cm butcher knife, destroying the door and facing aggravated assault charges.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/44yearold-italian-arrested-after-attacking-expartners-home-with-27-cm-butcher-knife-in-sesto-san-gio

### 2026-06-10: Italian authorities intervene in domestic violence arrests and mafia clan convictions

Italian police arrested a 50‑year‑old during a domestic‑violence break‑in, a Naples court sentenced De Rosa mafia members, and a Calabrian man was acquitted of domestic‑abuse charges.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-sees-domesticviolence-arrest-in-livorno-and-acquittal-in-lamezia-terme

### 2026-06-10: Teen arrested in Lecce after attacking mother with a chair

A 15‑year‑old in Lecce was arrested after beating his mother with a chair, amid reports of ongoing family abuse and prior investigations.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/teen-arrested-in-lecce-after-attacking-mother-with-a-chair

### 2026-06-09: Italian police arrest two men of North African origin for domestic violence

Italian police arrested a 30‑year‑old man in Andria and a 17‑year‑old Libyan teen in Milan for aggravated domestic violence, including forced sexual assault and threats, underscoring stricter enforcement.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-police-arrest-two-men-of-north-african-origin-for-domestic-violence

### 2026-06-09: Arrests in Italy for Domestic Violence Attacks in Lecce and Messina

A 16‑year‑old was arrested in Lecce after assaulting his mother, and a 37‑year‑old was arrested in Messina for attacking his ex‑partner in a public venue, both on domestic‑violence charges.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arrests-in-italy-for-domestic-violence-attacks-in-lecce-and-messina

### 2026-06-07: Pedara police arrest 32‑year‑old for stalking ex‑girlfriend under Italy’s ‘Codice Rosso’

Carabinieri in Pedara, Italy, arrested a 32‑year‑old for stalking his ex‑girlfriend after a 112 call, invoking the ‘Codice Rosso’ and imposing a 500‑metre restraining order.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pedara-police-arrest-32yearold-for-stalking-exgirlfriend-under-italys-codice-rosso

### 2026-05-25: 24-year-old arrested in Reggio Emilia for breaching restraining order

A 24‑year‑old in Reggio Emilia violated a restraining order, threatened and assaulted his ex‑girlfriend, prompting police arrest and custody.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/24-year-old-arrested-in-reggio-emilia-for-breaching-restraining-order

### 2026-05-23: Ragusa court issues restraining orders against three men for domestic abuse

Ragusa judge issues three restraining orders after victims report repeated harassment and violence; Carabinieri enforce bans, including electronic monitoring.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ragusa-court-issues-restraining-orders-against-three-men-for-domestic-abuse

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Cite as: Domestic violence enforcement in Italy, May‑August 2026. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/italian-courts-enforce-restraining-orders-in-domestic-abuse-cases