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Fatal Crash in Work Zone on Italy’s A4 Motorway Claims Two Lives

A passenger car breached safety barriers and struck maintenance vehicles near Portogruaro, prompting investigations into the cause.

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Overview

  • The crash occurred at approximately 10:15 UTC on April 30 at kilometer 452 between Latisana and Portogruaro on the A4 motorway.
  • The car entered a marked temporary worksite, knocking over cones, hitting the central barrier multiple times, and colliding with maintenance vehicles in a chain reaction.
  • Both occupants of the car were killed at the scene; no injuries to the maintenance crew have been reported.
  • Authorities are investigating whether the crash was caused by a medical episode, driver distraction, or another contributing factor.
  • Emergency responders, including firefighters, air rescue, and highway personnel, have secured the site and are working to restore traffic flow.