An individual wanted by Italian police was recently apprehended after being found hiding in a nativity scene, where he was disguised as a shepherd. The 38-year-old Ghanaian migrant had been on the run in Bologna following his sentencing for assault, which resulted in a nine-month prison term.
According to authorities, the man disappeared shortly after his sentencing and was added to the police’s wanted list. His capture occurred when officers spotted him within a nativity display, leading to his arrest. The unusual hiding spot drew attention in local media and highlighted efforts by law enforcement to locate and detain fugitives.
Details about the man’s current legal status following his arrest have not been disclosed. The incident underscores ongoing challenges faced by authorities in tracking and apprehending individuals with pending warrants, especially those who attempt to evade capture through creative hiding methods.