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Teenager Simone D’Arrigo tragically fell 50 feet through a shopping centre skylight in Sicily, dying from his injuries. Police are investigating the accident and safety measures.
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Teen falls nearly 50ft to death after ‘jumping’ on shopping centre skylight

William McGee
Last updated: March 12, 2025 2:19 pm
William McGee Published March 12, 2025
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Simone D’Arrigo. (Picture: Jam Press)
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A teen fell nearly 50 feet to his death through a shopping centre skylight after writing a cryptic last message.

Simone D’Arrigo was hanging out with some friends when the horror unfolded on Saturday (8 Mar) evening.

For reasons unknown but possibly for fun, the 16-year-old allegedly began jumping on the skylight above the shopping centre car park.

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The glass gave way under his weight and he fell about 15 metres before landing on a spiral staircase.

One of the group later recalled to local media: “There was a lot of blood, it was a horrible sight to see.”

The emergency services arrived at the scene in Belpasso, Sicily, Italy.

Teenager Simone D’Arrigo tragically fell 50 feet through a shopping centre skylight in Sicily, dying from his injuries. Police are investigating the accident and safety measures.
Simone D’Arrigo. (Picture: Jam Press)

They gave Simone first aid before taking him to A&E in nearby Catania.

Sadly, he died from his injuries the next morning (9 Mar).

The police believe the fall was an accident, but they haven’t ruled out manslaughter from a push.

Detectives are also investigating the shopping centre managers for possible safety violations.

Simone was from nearby Motta Sant’Anastasia, as reported by Need To Know.

Teenager Simone D’Arrigo tragically fell 50 feet through a shopping centre skylight in Sicily, dying from his injuries. Police are investigating the accident and safety measures.
Simone D’Arrigo. (Picture: Jam Press)

The town’s mayor, Antonio Bellia, stated: “A young life lost is news we never want to hear. A call we never want to receive.

“Our hearts are with the family.”

Local media say Simone left a cryptic last message on social media before his death.

Teenager Simone D’Arrigo tragically fell 50 feet through a shopping centre skylight in Sicily, dying from his injuries. Police are investigating the accident and safety measures.
Simone D’Arrigo. (Picture: Jam Press)

It allegedly said: “I live life my way, after all, I’ll die like everyone else.”

Simone’s funeral was held in Catania on Tuesday (11 Mar). He is survived by his parents, siblings, and girlfriend.

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