Part of the Torre dei Conti, a 13th-century building in the historic center of Rome, collapsed on Monday morning (3). The accident occurred while the structure was undergoing restructuring work. At least three workers were injured.
The building is located at a few meters from the Colosseum and other monuments of Ancient Rome. At 29 meters high, the tower is one of the landmarks of medieval architecture in the Italian capital.
According to firefighters, a 64-year-old worker suffered severe head trauma and was taken to a city hospital. Two other workers sustained minor injuries and did not require hospitalization. A fourth man remains trapped under the rubble but is conscious, according to preliminary information from health sources.
Reform and investigation
The collapse occurred during a restoration project. Images shared on social media show a cloud of dust spreading around the area, a result of the partial collapse of one of the tower's sides.
The Rome Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an investigation to determine responsibility. The case has been classified as negligent injury, where there is no intent to harm, but there is negligence or fault involved.
The Torre dei Conti was erected by order of Pope Innocent III in the early 13th century as a fortified residence for his family, the influential Conti dynasty. Over time, the structure underwent various damages and restorations, mainly after earthquakes.
historical importance
Located between the Forum of Nerva and the Via Cavour, the tower once stood 50 meters tall, but has lost part of its original structure over the centuries. Even so, it remains a symbol of the transition between the Classical period and the Middle Ages in Rome.
The surrounding area remains cordoned off by authorities for inspection and to ensure the safety of passersby and tourists.
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