Andrea Innocenti This afternoon, at 5:11 PM, a 19-year-old woman called the emergency number to report a sexual assault that had occurred within Milan's public transport system. The alarm immediately alerted the Milan Police Headquarters, which dispatched its forces to the scene to ensure the safety of the area and begin initial investigative operations.
The victim's account, still being investigated, aims to reconstruct the exact dynamics of what happened, placing prevention and protection in public spaces at the center of the discussion.
The young woman, a student at IULM University , went to the university campus shortly after the accident, where she confided what had happened to a friend and classmate.
The latter, concerned for her colleague's well-being, encouraged her to use the university's institutional channels to seek assistance and support. The complaint was then forwarded to the University's Health and Safety Department, which immediately contacted the relevant authorities.
Details of the attack that took place on the mezzanine of the Cadorna building
According to the testimony provided by the student, the episode occurred on the mezzanine of the Cadorna metro station , a very busy transit area during rush hour.
The victim described the moment as sudden and traumatic, highlighting the lack of direct witnesses at the time of the incident. Preliminary investigations, conducted by the Police Headquarters, have already identified video surveillance cameras in the area, which will be analyzed to identify any potential suspects.
Exact location and time of the incident
The Cadorna mezzanine, located on the lowest level of the station, was reported as the exact spot where the violence occurred. The time indicated, 5:11 PM today, corresponds to the traditional flow of commuters returning from the city center. This circumstance made it more difficult for the victims to find a safe place and complicated the initial rescue operations, making the authorities' intervention even more urgent.
IULM University intervenes and activates rescue operations
IULM University responded promptly as soon as the incident was reported. Student health and wellbeing officials contacted the Carabinieri and the emergency number 112 to ensure rapid medical intervention and protection. The university also activated a series of psychological support protocols, offering the young woman confidential counseling and ongoing support. In a press release, the University clarified that the campus was the starting point for the request for help, not the location of the attack, thus correcting the information circulated by some media outlets.
Milan Police Headquarters Investigations and Next Steps
The Milan Police Headquarters has launched an in-depth investigation, gathering testimonies, reviewing security camera footage, and conducting initial forensic tests. Investigators stated that they still need to interview more witnesses and continue reconstructing the scene to accurately determine the roles of any accomplices. Meanwhile, the young victim is being treated by medical and psychological teams, while the university continues to monitor the situation to avoid further risk and to strengthen reporting procedures on campus.