Overview

• Elisa Spadavecchia, 66, was crushed when Lerry Gnoli reversed a bulldozer over her at Pinarella di Cervia beach.
• Gnoli, 54, tested positive for cocaine and now faces manslaughter and labour violation charges.
• Despite formal charges, he was released without pretrial restrictions as prosecutors continue gathering evidence.
• Authorities are probing whether licensing breaches allowed Gnoli to operate heavy machinery after a 2023 driving ban.
• Local officials are reviewing safety protocols and warning systems for construction equipment on public beaches.