Edward Marchesi Late yesterday afternoon, the A14 motorway between Bologna and Emilia experienced a dramatic event that shocked local public opinion. Around 10:00 PM, a collision involved a passing vehicle and a worker working on a road construction site. The accident resulted in the death of the worker, while the driver was stopped by authorities for driving under the legal alcohol limit.
The exact location of the accident was identified at km 11+000 on the A14, heading south, a busy area where maintenance work often takes place. The road situation was aggravated by the presence of temporary road signs and construction vehicles, making the situation particularly delicate for those working there. At night, poor lighting further complicated visibility, factors that contributed to the severity of the accident.
The accident occurred at km 11+000 on the A14, southbound
According to operational reconstructions, the worker, of Moldovan origin and resident in the province of Padua, was engaged in installing crash barriers and managing temporary traffic. While positioning the warning devices, he was hit by a car traveling at high speed.
The impact was so severe that it caused extremely serious injuries that required rapid emergency intervention.
The construction site preparation work
The construction site in question, managed by a local contractor, involved the partial closure of a section of the roadway for the installation of new drainage systems. The worker, equipped with safety gear, was coordinating the placement of warning signs when he was struck. Witnesses reported that the car appeared to be failing to maintain a safe distance, striking the man from behind. The circumstances of the accident prompted first responders to rush the victim to the Maggiore Hospital in Bologna, where he died shortly thereafter.
The driver involved and his blood alcohol level
The driver, an Italian citizen residing in Modena, was immediately subjected to a fall test. The results revealed a blood alcohol level of over 2,0 g/l , well above the legal limit for driving on the road. This level, indicative of severe alcohol intoxication, was the primary trigger for the incident. Upon arrest, the driver declared himself at liberty and was charged with vehicular homicide , which prompted the Traffic Police to initiate a thorough investigation.
Investigations, proceedings and interventions by the authorities
Emergency services were provided by the 118 emergency medical service, which evacuated the injured person and supported the on-site rescue operations. At the same time, the Highway Police began an investigation to reconstruct the accident, gathering witness statements, surveillance camera images, and vehicle speedometer data. The investigation is aimed at confirming the driver's liability for drunk driving and assessing any violations of workplace safety regulations. The judiciary will decide on final criminal penalties, but the local community has already expressed deep condolences for the loss of a life.