12.05.2026 09:50
A tourist who jumped into the historic Trevi Fountain in Rome was quickly caught by police. The footage became a trending topic on social media, and the tourist was fined 500 euros (27,000 TL) for unauthorized entry into the historic structure.
A tourist's action at the historic Trevi Fountain in Rome, Italy's capital, drew backlash. In the incident captured by security cameras and bystanders' mobile phone footage, the tourist was seen pushing through the crowd and jumping into the fountain's pool.
POLICE INTERVENED
The footage shows police arriving at the scene as the tourist moved through the water, and they quickly removed the individual from the pool. The incident caused brief confusion among onlookers.
FINE OF 500 EUROS IMPOSED
It was reported that the tourist, who illegally entered the historic structure protected by the Rome Municipality, was fined 500 euros (27,000 TL). Authorities noted that similar incidents frequently occur at the Trevi Fountain and urged tourists to follow the rules.