Porto Torres: a prayer for the "sweet Marika", who died at 16 years old

A prayer for Marika Soru , the girl from Porto Torres who died at just 16 years old, on Friday evening in her home, due to a sudden illness. A loss that left dismay and pain in the Turritan community. An unexpected drama that forced the organizers of “Lu Fuggaroni di Sant'Antoni” to change their plans. The Intragnas association canceled dances and songs, respecting only the ritual of blessing the fire and the religious ceremony, which took place on Saturday evening.

During the holy mass the parish priest of the basilica of San Gavino, Monsignor Salvatore Masia, dedicated a prayer to the young woman who passed away prematurely. The promoters of the initiative have announced that the proceeds from spontaneous donations will be donated to contribute to the expenses of Marika's family.

Two days after the tragedy, thousands of messages of condolence are currently circulating on social media pages. A hard-hit city that expresses closeness and affection to an "exemplary father, always present", Sandro Soru, "always ready to do anything for his girls". The autopsy will ascertain the causes of the death of "sweet Marika".