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German Tourist Carrying Ancient Roman Artifact on E-Scooter Chased by Italian Police

Italian police apprehended a 24-year-old German tourist on Wednesday evening in Rome while he rode a rented e-scooter carrying an ancient Roman marble column base.
The tourist was chased after being seen transporting a 30-kilogram marble base on Via Vittorio Veneto near the US Embassy, and police are investigating possible possession of stolen cultural goods.
The official in charge of Rome’s archaeological heritage noted the artifact’s historical value, while specialists continue to verify its authenticity and pinpoint its precise origin.
The man described the artifact as a 'souvenir,' but authorities remain uncertain if he acquired it lawfully, and he has not been formally charged yet.
This incident highlights ongoing challenges with tourists violating cultural heritage laws in Rome, where multiple arrests occurred for various offenses involving historic sites recently.

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