Man Climbs Altar at St. Peter’s Basilica Before Being Removed

A man was arrested for urinating on the Altar of the Confession at St. Peter’s Basilica, prompting immediate intervention by security personnel and drawing attention from visitors. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni stated the individual has serious mental health issues and was handed over to Italian authorities, with reports indicating Pope Francis was “shocked” by the incident.

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