Piacenza Police Seize Baseball Bat, Hashish During SS45 Traffic Stops

Italian authorities reported two separate incidents during routine traffic checks along the SS45 highway near Piacenza on April 21, 2026, resulting in one criminal complaint and one administrative referral related to prohibited items and controlled substances.

According to official reports from the Carabinieri of Rivergaro, a 20-year-old man of Albanian origin residing in Gossolengo was stopped although driving along the SS45. During a vehicle inspection, officers discovered a 60-centimeter wooden baseball bat in the trunk of his car, which was registered to his cohabiting mother. The item was confiscated and the individual was formally denounced to judicial authorities for illegal possession of an object intended to cause harm.

In a separate incident during the same enforcement operation, a 21-year-old man from Peschiera Borromeo was stopped and found in possession of approximately 3 grams of hashish for personal leverage. The substance was seized and the case was referred to the local Prefecture for administrative processing under Italy’s drug control regulations.

The Carabinieri emphasized that these actions were part of ongoing targeted patrols designed to monitor and deter illegal activities on the SS45, a major transportation route known for high traffic volume and strategic importance in the region. Officials stated that such operations reflect sustained efforts to maintain public safety through preventive measures and enforcement against unlawful conduct.

Both individuals were processed according to standard legal procedures, with the baseball bat case forwarded to prosecutors for potential charges and the hashish possession handled through civil administrative channels. No further details regarding prior records or additional penalties were disclosed in the official reports.

The incidents occurred during continued surveillance efforts along the SS45 corridor, which has been a focus of law enforcement due to its role in regional commerce and transit. Authorities confirmed that similar checkpoints remain active as part of broader initiatives to address traffic-related violations and enhance road safety.

For ongoing updates on public safety initiatives in the Piacenza province, residents are encouraged to consult official communications from local law enforcement agencies.