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Checks, accidents, investigations and public safety across Ticino and the border provinces.

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259 articles on safety and crime, newest first.

• Crash on A9 near Turate: four cross-border workers injured

  Accident on A9 towards Milan, four people injured and bruised. Possible repercussions for cross-border workers in transit.

• Clashes at Lugano's Botta Shelter: Political Tensions and Rival Fan Groups

  Authorities and emergency services intervened to quell the fights and identify those responsible. Two minor injuries and obstacles to the agents' work.

• Vandalism in Bellinzona: damage to Galleria bar

  Nighttime vandalism outside Bellinzona's Galleria bar. Damage being assessed, investigations ongoing thanks to surveillance cameras.

• Police, over 4,500 new positions available

  The State Police is looking for 220 commissioners and 4,400 trainee agents. Deadlines and procedures to participate.

• Lake Segrino: No to 105 camper pitches, asphalt area

  The 'Ilaria Alpi' Environment Circle opposes the project of 105 camper pitches in Canzo, near Lake Segrino, a community site of importance.

• Two Romanians arrested for church thefts in Bellinzona area

  Two Romanian citizens were arrested for thefts in churches in the Bellinzona area. Discover the details of the operation and what to do if you have been a victim of a similar theft.

• Clashes in Lugano on May Day: Police Use Pepper Spray

  Disturbances on May Day evening in Lugano, with two minor injuries and police intervention using pepper spray.

• Brawl in Lugano: two injured at Pensilina Botta

  A riot calmed by the police involved two people injured in an incident at Pensilina Botta in Lugano.

• Saronno: bar license suspended after brawl

  A bar's license in Saronno was suspended after a brawl. Here's what happened and the implications for the area.

• Clash and police intervention with pepper spray in central Lugano

  Two groups of young people clashed in central Lugano, leading to police intervention with pepper spray. Two people injured.

• Fire at top floor of Varese building, no injuries

  Apartment fire at the top floor of a building in Varese, no injuries thanks to the timely intervention of firefighters.

• Police intervention in Lugano's Pensilina

  Massive police operation in Lugano with tear gas against a group of agitated people.

• Illegal fishing on Lake Maggiore: spear fisherman reported

  Carabinieri Forestali operation in Varesotto: seizures and criminal complaint for illegal pikeperch fishing during biological closure.

• Teacher arrested in Giubiasco, detention extension requested

  The prosecution needs more time to gather testimonies and await the psychiatric report. Ongoing investigation involving minors.

• Quadroni trial: former police chief disputes charges

  The former head of the Scuol police station disputes the charges of abuse of authority, unlawful confinement, and violation of domicile.

• Single police force in Ticino: Galusero vs Galli, debate heats up

  The State Council has decided to halt the 'Ticino Police' project. Reactions from Galusero and Galli.

• Drought in Ticino: summer 2026 at risk

  April 2026 was the driest in recent years, with precipitation at 10% of the average. Fire risk and critical water basins.

• 34-year-old sentenced to 11 years for attempted murder in Chiasso

  A 34-year-old has been sentenced to 11 years for attempted murder of his partner in Chiasso. The court also ordered his expulsion.

• Crans-Montana, rescue organization reported

  Investigation opened into response system after Le Constellation bar fire. Victims' lawyers report shortcomings.

• Tragedy in Vico Morcote: 2-year-old drowns in pool

  A two-year-old child has lost their life in a pool accident in Vico Morcote. The tragedy occurred in a private villa.

• Ticino Police: reform project abandoned after opposition

  The Ticino police reform project, named 'Ticino Police' and based on the principles of subsidiarity and financial neutrality, has been officially abandoned.

• Two Romanians arrested for church thefts in Ticino and Graubünden

  Two Romanians arrested for thefts in six churches between Ticino and Graubünden. Learn about the investigation details and what to do if you've been a victim of theft.

• Five facts about Swiss patents

  Switzerland is Europe's most innovative country when it comes to patents. Here are the most interesting figures from 2025.

• Accident in Cadegliano Viconago: 54-year-old injured

  An accident between a car and a motorcycle involved a 54-year-old in Cadegliano Viconago, Varese. Here are the details of the accident and the consequences.