Feb 14 • 09:54 UTC 🇮🇹 Italy Il Giornale

"Investigated for vehicular homicide": the accusation against Andrea Stroppa, Musk's man in Italy

Andrea Stroppa, a close aide to Elon Musk, is under investigation for vehicular homicide following a tragic incident that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old in Rome.

Investigations have taken a significant turn regarding the fatal traffic incident that occurred on January 31, which claimed the life of 18-year-old Mirco Garofano while he was crossing the pedestrian crossing on Via Filippo Fiorentini in the Collatino neighborhood of Rome. The driver involved in the incident, 32-year-old Andrea Stroppa, known as Elon Musk's trusted associate in Italy, reportedly stopped to provide assistance immediately after the accident, but unfortunately, Garofano succumbed to his injuries before the ambulance arrived.

According to reports from Il Messaggero, Stroppa is currently under investigation for vehicular homicide. The investigation has revealed that Stroppa allegedly struck Garofano while he was crossing the road at a marked pedestrian crossing. Eyewitnesses and surveillance footage from the area are being evaluated to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the speed at which Stroppa was driving at the time of the accident.

The nature of the collision was described as extremely violent, resulting in Garofano being thrown several meters from the point of impact. The implications of this investigation are significant, not only for Stroppa, who is facing serious legal repercussions, but also for public safety concerns regarding traffic regulations and pedestrian safety in Rome. This incident highlights the ongoing discussions about accountability in traffic-related fatalities, particularly involving individuals in positions of influence.

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