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Driver hits cyclists after argument, injures four

From ANSA · () Italian

Translated from Italian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • An argument between a driver and cyclists escalated when the driver intentionally hit the group with his car, injuring four people.
  • The driver then reversed to strike the cyclists again before fleeing the scene.
  • The 70-year-old driver later surrendered to police and faces potential charges including attempted vehicular homicide.

A violent incident unfolded in Lanzo Torinese when a driver intentionally struck a group of cyclists following a dispute over minor reasons. Four people were injured in the attack, with one in serious condition.

The driver reportedly overtook the cycling group, honking insistently. After a gesture from a cyclist, the driver stopped his vehicle, put it in reverse, and plowed into the group. Witnesses reported that as the remaining cyclists on their bikes attempted to pursue him, the driver then turned his car around to drive at the group again.

The 70-year-old local resident, who later voluntarily surrendered to the Carabinieri, is currently under investigation. Authorities are considering charges of attempted vehicular homicide, although no formal charges have yet been filed.

The incident occurred on Via Loreto, near the bridge to Coassolo, as the cycling group was heading out for an excursion. The cyclists reportedly came from various towns in the Turin area.

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Originally published by ANSA in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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