A man died suddenly after police units restrained him during an arrest in Bologna on 21 July 2026.

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

Riots ignited after the incident, unrest that shocked the city.

Several citizens were hurt during the rioting.

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

Reports from observers say medics were held back for police clearance.

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

Authorities now examine how officers handled the restraint.