Fatal accidents around Milan have surged recently, with several tragic incidents reported over the weekend, shedding light on the dangers faced by pedestrians and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
On Saturday evening, emergency services were alerted to the discovery of a lifeless body floating in a canal on the western outskirts of Milan. The chilling scene unfolded at Via Lucio Cornelio Silla, located between the Bosco in Città park and the Figino neighborhood. Firefighters received the distress call around 7 PM and immediately dispatched divers from the central station, along with personnel from the scientific police.
The body, which was found in an advanced state of decomposition, was only identifiable as being male and Caucasian. A thorough investigation is currently being conducted by the scientific police as no additional information has been released about the individual’s identity or circumstances surrounding the death.
While the search for answers continues, another distressing event took place just outside Milan on the same day. A serious road accident occurred in Villasanta, near Monza, involving 78-year-old Michele B. and his 71-year-old wife, Maria. The couple was crossing the street after shopping when they were struck by a car around 12:30 PM on Via Tiziano.
Emergency services were immediately called, with two ambulances, two medical vehicles, and helicopter rescue units arriving on the scene. Tragically, Michele succumbed to his injuries shortly after being transported to Vimercate Hospital, having been unconscious upon emergency responders' arrival. Maria was airlifted to Varese Hospital, where she now remains under medical care. Witnesses reported the couple was merely returning from their errands when the incident unfolded, highlighting the risks pedestrians face even during routine activities.
Meanwhile, the weekend's series of misfortunes extended to the Bergamasque mountains, where tragedy struck on Friday. Giampietro Agostini, a 64-year-old photographer and teacher from Milan, tragically lost his life during a hiking expedition. His fall occurred at high altitudes near Ornica, where he plunged approximately 50 meters down during his descent from the Benigni refuge.
After falling, Agostini was able to make a desperate call for help, providing vague details of his location to emergency services. Despite immediate rescue efforts involving alpine units and drones, it wasn't until 9:30 PM when his body was spotted by one of the drones, allowing rescuers to retrieve him, albeit too late. Giampietro was well-known for his passion for photography and hiking, having lived and worked successfully in Milan, and he was appreciated among local artistic circles for his contributions.
This series of tragic incidents serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life and the looming dangers present both on urban streets and mountain trails. They call for heightened awareness and safety measures to protect vulnerable individuals, particularly the elderly and outdoor enthusiasts, who often engage with environments where accidents are readily waiting to happen.
Authorities are currently conducting thorough investigations to understand each incident's circumstances and take appropriate measures to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.