# Rome urban security and illegal street activities > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rome-urban-security-and-illegal-street-activities > Updated: 2026-10-30T17:55:10.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Authorities in Rome have taken steps to address various forms of illegal street activity in the city center. Initially, the Rome Police Commissioner issued urban access bans against six Romanian nationals involved in a “three bells” street scam near the Trevi Fountain. These individuals, aged between 21 and 56, were prohibited from entering public venues within the monumental perimeter of the historic center following investigations into their clandestine betting game. Following these incidents, Rome’s Councilor for Tourism and Large Events, Alessandro Onorato, called for national intervention to combat organized illegal street vending. Onorato described these groups as structured criminal associations that have allegedly threatened local administrators. In response to these security challenges, the Ministry of the Interior is implementing a security strategy in Rome. This plan involves the use of fixed and mobile checkpoints, security corridors, and real-time monitoring to isolate violent elements and protect urban mobility during large crowds and major events. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-30: Rome officials call for national intervention against illegal street vendors Rome's Tourism Councilor Alessandro Onorato has appealed to national leadership for help against organized illegal street vendors following reported threats and widespread urban disorder. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rome-officials-call-for-national-intervention-against-illegal-street-vendors ### 2026-10-25: Rome authorities issue urban bans for street scammers Rome authorities have issued urban access bans to six individuals involved in the “three bells” street scam targeting tourists near the Trevi Fountain. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rome-authorities-issue-urban-bans-for-street-scammers --- Cite as: Rome urban security and illegal street activities. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/rome-urban-security-and-illegal-street-activities