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Milan Fatal Crash Probe Shifts: Video Clears 20-Year-Old, Focus Turns to SUV Renter

Investigators now focus on the SUV’s renter after video shows the 20-year-old was helping.

Overview

  • Two social videos obtained by investigators show the 20-year-old rushing to the wreck and kicking a window to reach friends, explaining the shoe found in the SUV and undercutting claims he drove.
  • The 23-year-old renter, Enrico R., who holds a valid license, told police he was behind the wheel of the Mercedes G Brabus and underwent an alcohol test with results pending.
  • Prosecutors are expected to register investigations for suspected vehicular homicide involving the SUV’s declared driver and the 32-year-old Opel Corsa driver, identified as L. C.
  • The Opel driver tested positive on a preliminary drug screen, with confirmatory toxicology pending, while the injured 30-year-old passenger from the SUV is post-surgery and reported out of immediate danger with prognosis reserved.
  • Police are reconstructing the crash using CCTV, vehicle GPS, and scene forensics, assessing speed and right-of-way; checks on the rental contract and the intersection’s working traffic signal continue.