A witness claims that Andrea Stroppa, under investigation for vehicular homicide, followed traffic rules and could not avoid hitting an 18-year-old pedestrian who was crossing against a red light.
In a recent interview, Manuel Bocci, an eyewitness to a tragic accident that resulted in the death of 18-year-old Mirco Garofano, defended Andrea Stroppa, who is currently under investigation for vehicular homicide. Bocci asserted that Stroppa was driving lawfully, like anyone else on the road, emphasizing that Garofano was in violation of traffic laws by crossing the street against a red pedestrian light.
Bocci described the incident, noting that while the Smart car Stroppa was driving may have been going slightly over the speed limit of 50 km/h, Garofano was running into the street, making it difficult for anyone to avoid the collision. The witness's account could potentially impact how authorities view Stroppa's culpability in the incident, particularly amidst concerns of media scrutiny directed at him due to his association with Elon Musk in Italy.
The statement comes at a time when discussions about road safety and pedestrian rights are prominent in Italian media, raising questions about accountability in traffic incidents. As investigations continue, this testimony not only amplifies the urgency for a fair legal process but also underscores the complexities surrounding road laws and pedestrian behavior in urban environments.
