# Public security and political disputes in Naples > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/public-security-and-political-disputes-in-naples > Updated: 2026-09-11T19:21:37.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Authorities in Naples have moved to intensify security measures following a surge in crime and a recent sexual assault in the Centro Direzionale district. Prefect Michele di Bari has proposed the establishment of ‘red zones’ to combat urban decay and violence, suggesting the implementation of a 2022 security protocol that utilizes increased surveillance and private security guards. This follows a large-scale law enforcement crackdown in July and August that resulted in the seizure of 324 weapons and munitions. Efforts to designate security zones have since triggered political disputes in the Vomero district. While local administration officials proposed submitting a dossier to the Prefect regarding potential ‘red zones’ in areas such as Piazza Vanvitelli and Parco Mascagna, political opponents have criticized the move. Critics have accused the local administration of using security concerns for propaganda and have pointed to failures in local governance, such as the alleged inactivity of the Legality Council and unresolved issues regarding illegal parking and unauthorized scooter access in public parks. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Vomero security dispute sparks political clash in Naples Nasti has accused the Vomero municipal administration of using security issues as propaganda following proposals to designate certain areas as “red zones” for the Prefect. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vomero-security-dispute-sparks-political-clash-in-naples ### 2026-09-03: Naples authorities intensify security following crime surge Naples authorities are considering a ‘red zone’ for the Centro Direzionale following a sexual assault, while a major police crackdown seized 324 weapons across the metropolitan area this summer. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/naples-authorities-intensify-security-following-crime-surge --- Cite as: Public security and political disputes in Naples. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/public-security-and-political-disputes-in-naples