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Ilaria Zannarini, 18, Killed on Pieve di Cento Crosswalk as Police Investigate

Local police have opened an inquiry into how the collision occurred.

Overview

  • The student was struck on a marked crossing on via Ponte Nuovo in Pieve di Cento, not far from her home.
  • The car was driven by a 78-year-old man from Cento who stopped at the scene and awaited authorities.
  • Emergency responders from 118, including ambulance, advanced medical unit, and air ambulance, attended but could not save her.
  • Reports differ on the time of the crash, with accounts placing it shortly before 4 p.m. or shortly before 6 p.m.
  • Investigators will interview witnesses to reconstruct the dynamics, as residents describe the stretch as dangerous and recent local fatalities have heightened concern.