Inter Milan Goalkeeper Josep Martínez Involved in Fatal Collision as Police Open Probe

Overview

• An 81-year-old man in a wheelchair died at the scene after being struck Tuesday morning in Fenegrò, in Italy’s Como province, despite immediate efforts by paramedics.
• Martínez stopped to provide first aid, was not physically injured, and has cooperated fully with the Carabinieri, according to reports from Italian media.
• Police are conducting a forensic reconstruction, with a witness behind Martínez reporting the wheelchair was moving abnormally before veering into traffic.
• Italian press say Martínez is under investigation for involuntary manslaughter, with vehicles seized for analysis and potential penalties dependent on whether any traffic violation is established.
• Inter Milan canceled coach Cristian Chivu’s scheduled news conference on Tuesday, and coverage notes Martínez had been driving to training when the crash occurred.