Daylight Attack Near Ancona Parking area

In a disturbing incident that underscores the escalating dangers faced by legal professionals, an Ancona lawyer was brutally attacked in broad daylight near the parking of the arches. The assault, which occurred on Wednesday morning, appears to be directly linked to the lawyer’s depiction of a woman in a contentious separation case involving alleged stalking by her former partner.

From Threats to Violence: A Pattern of Escalation

The lawyer, whose name is being withheld for security reasons, had reportedly been subjected to months of threats from the former partner. This recent attack marks a perilous escalation from verbal harassment to physical violence, raising serious concerns about the safety of legal professionals involved in sensitive cases.

Legal Community Rallies in Support

The Ancona Bar Association has voiced strong condemnation of the attack and pledged unwavering support for their colleague. Gianni Marasca, president of the Council of the Order of Ancona, stated, We are not targets. He and vice-president Andrea Nocchi confirmed the lawyers are Ready to constitute a civil party. The association views the incident as a grave assault on the principles of justice and the right to legal representation.We are not in the presence only of a genre aggression that would already be serious, but of a lawyer who dose his work with professionalism and competence to contribute to the ascertainment of the procedural truth Marasca added.

The council of the Bar Association of Ancona expresses “full solidarity with the attacked colleague”…”as a very serious case because it affects a lawyer who is the symbol of the protection of rights, of all rights, and which must never in any way be the subject of verbal or physical harassment precisely for the role he plays”.

Ancona Bar Association

Details of the Attack

The assault occurred around 10:40 AM as the lawyer was walking from the Park of the Arches towards the city center to attend a court hearing. The attacker, the ex-partner of the lawyer’s client, reportedly ambushed the lawyer, initially placing an arm around their neck in a chokehold.

Passersby Intervene, Assailant Apprehended

The lawyer struggled to breathe and cried out for help. fortunately, passersby intervened, forcing the attacker to release their grip. The assailant then grabbed the lawyer’s neck with his hands before fleeing the scene. Police officers quickly arrived and apprehended the suspect, taking him to police headquarters for identification and questioning.

Lingering Concerns and the Fight Against Stalker Violence

Despite the arrest, the lawyer remains deeply shaken and fears further attacks, especially given that the assailant was already facing charges for private violence against his former partner. This incident highlights the urgent need for more effective measures to protect victims of stalking and prevent the escalation of threats into violence. According to recent statistics, stalking affects millions of people each year, with a significant percentage of victims experiencing physical harm. This case serves as a stark reminder of the real and present danger faced by those targeted by stalkers and the professionals who assist them.