Overview
- The incident occurred around 9:40am local time on Via Bergamo in Fenegrò, in the province of Como, as Martinez was driving to training.
- An 81-year-old using an electric wheelchair was pronounced dead at the scene despite ambulance and air ambulance responses.
- Martinez stopped to assist, provided first aid, remained at the scene, and has cooperated with authorities, and he is reported to be shaken but unharmed.
- Carabinieri are reconstructing the dynamics of the collision, with early local reports suggesting a possible medical episode for the victim that remains unconfirmed.
- Inter canceled manager Cristian Chivu’s scheduled press conference and expressed condolences, and Martinez’s involvement in upcoming matches is unclear.