A small Italian town is mourning the tragic loss of 15-year-old Matilda Ferrari, a promising figure skating talent who was killed Monday morning after being struck by a cement mixer while on her way to school.
The accident occurred in Val Rendena, Trentino, as Ferrari attempted to cross State Road 239 near her home while heading toward a bus stop. Local reports say the truck, owned by the Cunaccia construction company, hit her in a crosswalk. Authorities are still investigating the circumstances, though early accounts suggest the driver may have been proceeding through a green light.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene within minutes, including a helicopter and teams of paramedics, firefighters, and doctors. Despite their efforts, Ferrari suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her parents arrived shortly afterward to devastating news. The driver of the cement mixer received medical attention and will be interviewed as part of the investigation.
Ferrari’s death has deeply affected her hometown of Giustino, where she was admired both as an athlete and a student. Mayor Manuel Cosi said the town had lost “one of its brightest stars.” Her school immediately provided counseling for grieving classmates.
A dedicated member of the Sporting Ghiaccio Pinzolo skating club, Ferrari was known for her talent, discipline, and determination. According to skating officials, she dreamed of reaching the Olympics and had already earned podium finishes despite battling knee pain.
Tributes continue to pour in as Italy’s sports community mourns the loss of a young athlete whose future held great promise.