Italy puts more troops onto streets of Naples

An extra 500 troops are being deployed on the streets of Naples to deal with violent crime after the murder of six African immigrants sparked rioting.

An extra 500 troops are being deployed on the streets of Naples to deal with violent crime after the murder of six African immigrants sparked rioting.

Defence Minister Ignazio La Russa said the soldiers will be added to 3,000 already deployed across Italy as part of anti-crime measures.

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