Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
A man drove his car into pedestrians in Modena, Italy, injuring eight individuals, four of whom are in serious condition. The driver, identified as a 31-year-old Italian national of Moroccan origin, exited the vehicle brandishing a knife after the crash. Italy's Prime Minister described the incident as 'extremely serious' and local officials noted the suspect had previously been referred for mental health issues.
- ▪The incident occurred in Modena's historical center around 16:30 local time.
- ▪Eight people were injured, including a woman who reportedly lost both of her legs.
- ▪The driver was overpowered after injuring a passer-by who attempted to chase him.
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Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eightJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePaulin KolaReutersThe car was driving at very high speedA man has driven his car into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four seriously, officials say. They include a woman who reportedly had both her legs crushed.After the car came to a halt against a shop window, the driver emerged holding a knife and injured a passer-by who gave chase, before the suspect was overpowered.The suspect, 31, has been identified by officials as an Italian national of Moroccan origin. Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described the incident as "extremely serious".
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