The images examined so far by the Carabinieri in Sestu have not yet identified the two youths who caused panic last night at the "Corte del Sole" shopping center, using spray cans to spray a stinging liquid on some of the mall's customers. It was almost certainly pepper spray.
The various hypotheses remain to be verified, as the CCTV footage examined so far by the Carabinieri has been completely useless : in other words, it did not capture the two young men or their escape among the customers. The investigation, however, continues, led by Lieutenant Riccardo Pirali, commander of the Sestu Carabinieri station. They have also collected some testimonies today.
Last night, however, there was fear, with a stampede toward the mall's exterior, coughing, and some customers reporting discomfort . An ambulance was even called as a precaution. Then everything returned to normal, with sales even resuming.
The hypothesis that someone used a canister of pepper spray remains valid. Some people reportedly sneezed for a long time, and others reported an unusual, unpleasant, and sudden sore throat, making it difficult to breathe . The review of the CCTV footage will continue. At this time, however, no charges have been filed.