Crime & Justice
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Gas cylinder found beneath Florence's David statue with dangling wires
A gas cylinder was discovered under the David statue at Florence's Piazzale Michelangelo, with a round object and wires attached.
Early this morning, a worker from the city's public utilities reported a gas cylinder located beneath the David statue on Piazzale Michelangelo, a popular viewpoint. Police and fire units responded, securing the area. Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage, and the site was temporarily closed while they determine whether the cylinder is empty or filled.
Why it matters
The unexplained gas cylinder poses a potential safety risk in a heavily visited tourist area.
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