The man who ran over the crowd in Modena had previously had mental problems

A car driver who ran into a crowd in Modena, injuring at least seven people, has been under control since 2022 due to mental health problems. This was reported on May 16 by the newspaper Fatto Quotidiano.

It is specified that in 2022 he was placed under the supervision of the Mental Health Center for schizoid disorder.

"However, after this period of observation, he disappeared," said the prefect of Modena, Fabrizi Triolo.

In addition, it is indicated that the man was unemployed.

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There are dead and wounded

The newspaper Fatto Quotidiano reported on the same day that at least seven people were injured as a result of a car hitting passers-by in Modena, Italy.

According to the newspaper, four of the seven injured are in serious condition. In particular, one woman lost both legs after a car pinned her against a shop window.