The drain grates and the gate were stolen. An act of vandalism has compromised the public safety of the San Bartolomeo cycle-pedestrian bridge. The Municipality has thus decided to temporarily close the newly inaugurated work and is evaluating the opportunity to install surveillance cameras and increase the presence of the police in the area. Citizen safety comes first. This is the reason that led to the closure of the San Bartolomeo cycle-pedestrian bridge, near the Nervi pavilion. The decision, taken by the strategic works service of the Municipality of Cagliari, was made necessary after a serious act of vandalism. In fact, unknown persons stole the rainwater drainage grates and the access gate to the staircase. The lack of drainage grates represents a significant danger, as it could expose the infrastructure to the risk of accidents for pedestrians and cyclists of any age, especially at night, when visibility is reduced. As well as the absence of the gate on the staircase. The Municipality offices are working to restore safety conditions on the bridge. Meanwhile, an investigation has been launched to identify those responsible for the theft and prevent further vandalism. Citizens are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.
The closure of the cycle-pedestrian bridge represents a significant inconvenience for residents, visitors and tourists, who use this infrastructure daily for local travel and recreational activities.
The situation has prompted the need to improve surveillance and protection of the infrastructure and to prevent future acts of vandalism. Therefore, municipal offices are evaluating the opportunity to install surveillance cameras and increase the presence of law enforcement in the area. Updates on the situation will be communicated through the official channels of the Municipality of Cagliari. For now, caution is in order. Citizens are advised to follow the instructions of the authorities and use alternative routes. Everyone’s collaboration will be fundamental to overcome this emergency and ensure a rapid return to normality.
