Title: Tragic Bus Crash near Venice Leaves 21 Dead, Investigation Underway
In a devastating incident near Venice, Italy, at least 21 lives were lost, including two children, as a bus veered off the road and plunged off an overpass. The cause of the tragedy is currently under investigation, with authorities working tirelessly to determine the exact circumstances that led to the crash.
Among the deceased was the bus driver, 40-year-old Alberto Rizzotto. Additionally, 18 others sustained injuries in the horrifying accident. The electric-powered bus has raised concerns about the role of its battery in the incident, leading Italian fire services to closely examine its potential involvement.
According to reports, concerns related to the battery hampered the initial rescue operation. As the investigation intensifies, the Venice public prosecutor, Bruno Cherchi, has taken charge of the case, reviewing video footage to ascertain if any other vehicles were involved or if the driver suffered a medical episode.
Witnesses recount the unbelievable scene as the bus, filled with passengers returning home from work, suddenly careened off the road and flew off the bridge. Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro described it as “apocalyptic,” painting a grim image of the tragic event.
The fatal accident took place on an overpass connecting Mestre to Marghera and the A4 motorway. Crashing through the overpass wall, the bus plunged between a warehouse and train tracks below, leaving authorities bewildered at the series of events leading up to the catastrophic moment.
Massimo Fiorese, the head of the bus company, revealed that he had viewed footage showing the bus slowing down and seemingly coming to a halt before the crash. This detail adds further complexity to the ongoing investigation.
In response to the tragedy, a minute of silence was observed in the Italian Senate, honoring the victims of the crash. In addition, condolences poured in from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, and President of the European Council Charles Michel for the victims and their grieving families.
As the investigation continues, updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The Bib Theorists mourns the loss of innocent lives and expresses solidarity with all those affected by this tragic incident near Venice.
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