A individual died tragically after police forces restrained him during an arrest in Bologna on 21 July 2026.

His name was Lucumi, a citizen, a local resident.

Riots broke out after the incident, unrest that drew condemnation.

Several people were hurt amid the unrest.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticised the unrest and demanded a probe into the arrest that led to the death.

Reports say medics were held back for police clearance.

Lucumi’s family of the individual stated police agreed to let him go if a player move for football went through before they took him in.

Authorities today examine how officers handled the restraint.