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Car rams into people in Italian city of Modena, media say

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Posted on May 16, 2026

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· Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Seven injured as car rams into pedestrians in Italian city of Modena

Incident Overview and Response

Details of the Incident

MILAN, May 16 (Reuters) - Seven people were injured on Saturday when a car drove into pedestrians in the centre of the northern Italian city of Modena, police said.

Police Actions and Arrest

Police said the driver, a man in his thirties, was arrested and there was no further danger.

Additional Reports from Italian Media

Crash and Aftermath

Earlier, Italian media said the car crashed into a shop window after hitting people, and the driver had stabbed a passerby who tried to stop him.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Sara Rossi. Editing by Mark Potter)

Key Takeaways

  • The incident occurred on Via Emilia Centro (Largo Porta Bologna) in Modena, where the Citroën C3 struck multiple pedestrians and ended in a shop window. Emergency services including helicopters responded promptly. (bologna.repubblica.it)
  • At least ten people were injured, with some in serious condition, according to La Repubblica and other Italian media. (bologna.repubblica.it)
  • The driver, a young Italian of second-generation descent, was wounded in the crash and fled on foot. During his escape, he stabbed someone who attempted to intervene. He was later arrested at the intersection of Rua Pioppa and Corso Adriano. (bologna.repubblica.it)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in Modena, Italy?
A car drove into several people in the center of Modena, injuring multiple individuals.
Were there any injuries in the Modena car incident?
Yes, several people were injured after a car crashed into them in Modena.
Did the driver of the car attack anyone after the crash?
Media reports say the driver stabbed a passerby who tried to stop him.
Where exactly did the incident take place in Modena?
The incident occurred in the center of Modena, and the car crashed into a shop window.

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