Armed robbery occurs at Credit Agricole bank branch in Naples

On Thursday morning, April 16, 2026, three armed individuals wearing actor masks executed a robbery at a Credit Agricole branch located at Piazza Medaglie d’Oro in Naples, Italy. The suspects entered the premises via an underground tunnel shortly after 11:00 a.m. During the incident, which lasted over two hours, approximately 25 people, including bank customers and staff, were held hostage. The perpetrators escaped through the tunnel with an undisclosed amount of cash and valuables taken from safety deposit boxes. Authorities are currently conducting an operation to locate the suspects. The exact value of the stolen goods remains unknown as the bank continues to assess damages. Numerous concerned customers gathered outside the branch that evening seeking information regarding their assets.