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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Family of woman who was struck by Lufthansa CEO's wife is ‘destroyed' over her tragic death
The family of a woman who was killed in an alleged hit-and-run by the wife of Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr, has been 'destroyed' by her death. Gaia Costa, a 24-year-old babysitter, was walking across a pedestrian crossing in Sardinia earlier this week when she was struck, according to local outlet II Sole 24 ORE. 'At this time, we must respect the pain of a destroyed family,' said Antonello Desini, a lawyer for the Costa family, per Italian media. Desini added that his 'clients have the utmost confidence in the work of the Tempio Public Prosecutor's Office,' who will be handling the case. The New York Post reports that Costa's father is a well-known unionist for Confederazione Italiana Sindacati Lavoratori – one of the largest trade union organizations in Italy. The incident occurred on Tuesday at around 1.00 p.m. Local media reported that 51-year-old Vivian Spohr was driving a BMW X5 SUV with her daughter as a passenger, when the crash occurred. Witnesses told police that they saw Costa extend her arm to signal for the driver to stop, but instead watched as the vehicle accelerated, striking her. 'Vivian Spohr, who was involved in the tragic death, expresses her dismay and deep regret over this very serious accident, which has devastated a family, the town of Tempio, and the entire community of Gallura,' a statement released Friday by Spohr's attorneys read. The statement added that Spohr places herself 'at the complete disposal of the Italian judicial authorities for the necessary investigations and, while aware that such a great personal loss cannot be repaired, will take steps to mitigate its consequences.' Emergency services at the scene attempted to revive Costa for around 20 minutes before pronouncing her dead at the scene as a result of severe head trauma. Reports suggest authorities are investigating whether Spohr was using her phone at the time of the incident. Her alcohol and drug tests were negative, according L'Unione Sarda. The Spohr family had been spending time at a home they own on the island close to the community of Porto Cervo. After the collision, the family returned to Germany. Carsten Spohr has been the CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG since May 2014. He runs the Lufthansa Group, comprising the business segments of Network Airlines, Eurowings, Logistics, and MRO. They have over 100,000 employees worldwide. An autopsy on the body of Costa will be carried out on Wednesday.
The Independent
6 days ago
- The Independent
Family of woman who was struck by Lufthansa CEO's wife is ‘destroyed' over her tragic death
The family of a woman who was killed in an alleged hit-and-run by the wife of Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr, has been 'destroyed' by her death. Gaia Costa, a 24-year-old babysitter, was walking across a pedestrian crossing in Sardinia earlier this week when she was struck, according to local outlet II Sole 24 ORE. 'At this time, we must respect the pain of a destroyed family,' said Antonello Desini, a lawyer for the Costa family, per Italian media. Desini added that his 'clients have the utmost confidence in the work of the Tempio Public Prosecutor's Office,' who will be handling the case. The New York Post reports that Costa's father is a well-known unionist for Confederazione Italiana Sindacati Lavoratori – one of the largest trade union organizations in Italy. The incident occurred on Tuesday at around 1.00 p.m. Local media reported that 51-year-old Vivian Spohr was driving a BMW X5 SUV with her daughter as a passenger, when the crash occurred. Witnesses told police that they saw Costa extend her arm to signal for the driver to stop, but instead watched as the vehicle accelerated, striking her. 'Vivian Spohr, who was involved in the tragic death, expresses her dismay and deep regret over this very serious accident, which has devastated a family, the town of Tempio, and the entire community of Gallura,' a statement released Friday by Spohr's attorneys read. The statement added that Spohr places herself 'at the complete disposal of the Italian judicial authorities for the necessary investigations and, while aware that such a great personal loss cannot be repaired, will take steps to mitigate its consequences.' Emergency services at the scene attempted to revive Costa for around 20 minutes before pronouncing her dead at the scene as a result of severe head trauma. Reports suggest authorities are investigating whether Spohr was using her phone at the time of the incident. Her alcohol and drug tests were negative, according L'Unione Sarda. The Spohr family had been spending time at a home they own on the island close to the community of Porto Cervo. After the collision, the family returned to Germany. Carsten Spohr has been the CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG since May 2014. He runs the Lufthansa Group, comprising the business segments of Network Airlines, Eurowings, Logistics, and MRO. They have over 100,000 employees worldwide. An autopsy on the body of Costa will be carried out on Wednesday.
Daily Mail
12-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Pictured: Crash scene where Lufthansa CEO's wife drove into pedestrian on zebra crossing as lawyer says she gave first aid while woman, 24, lay dying
The scene of a fatal crash where the wife of Lufthansa's CEO drove into a pedestrian has been pictured, as her lawyers claim she tried to save the dying woman. Vivian Alexandra Spohr, a 51-year-old top manager and wife of Carsten Spohr, was behind the wheel of an SUV when it collided with Gaia Costa, 24, in the Italian commune of Porto Cervo on Tuesday. Ms Costa, a babysitter, had been crossing the road at a zebra crossing when the tragedy occurred. She was still alive when help arrived but sustained serious head injuries and died at the scene, La Repubblica reports. Pictures taken in the aftermath show Ms Costa's body covered by a large white sheet and lying on the ground next to a black SUV. Several other emergency response vehicles were parked around the scene. Reports previously suggested that Spohr, who was driving alongside her daughter, initially didn't notice the accident and was stopped by a passerby before fainting when she saw what had happened. But Ms Spohr's lawyer, Angelo Merlini, said on Saturday: 'Contrary to what was previously reported, Vivian Spohr stopped after the accident and provided first aid to the girl. 'However, after an initial attempt at resuscitation, Vivian Spohr lost consciousness and fainted.' He added that Ms Spohr collided with the young woman at a 'very low speed' in her car, which has an automatic transmission and is very heavy. According to one witness at the scene, moments after the collision, the businesswoman opened the door of the vehicle and 'immediately realised what had happened, put her hands to her face and collapsed to the ground.' Ms Spohr is being investigated for negligent homicide in road traffic, according to La Repubblica. She underwent alcohol and drug tests after the crash, but they were negative. Ms Spohr had been on holiday at her family's vacation home in the seaside resort but returned to Munich following the incident - even as prosecutor Milena Aucone was registering her as a suspect. Her lawyers released a statement on Friday saying she is in a state of 'dismay and grief' and reiterated their full acceptance of responsibility and willingness to cooperate. 'The woman has placed herself completely at the disposal of the judicial authorities for the necessary investigations and, while aware that such a great personal loss cannot be remedied, will take steps to mitigate the consequences,' the statement read. CCTV reportedly captured Ms Costa crossing the street, before noticing an SUV approaching her. She attempted to stop it with a wave of her hand but was knocked to the ground and banged her head. An ambulance arrived at the scene quickly and paramedics spent more than 20 minutes trying to revive her. The SUV has been seized and will undergo technical investigations, while the examination of Ms Costa's body was conducted on Wednesday. Mayor Gianni Addis said: 'Gaia was a young woman who was deeply involved in the city's social and cultural life. 'She was passionate about our traditions and never missed the parades of the local folk group.' The investigation into the circumstances of the accident is ongoing.
Daily Mail
11-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Wife of millionaire Lufthansa CEO who ran over and killed nanny, 24, says she is 'ready to cooperate' and suffering 'dismay and grief' as it emerges she 'collapsed' by the side of her SUV after tragic accident
The wife of Lufthansa's CEO is 'ready to cooperate' with Italian authorities after running over and killing a young nanny in Sardinia, which has left her in a state of 'dismay and grief'. Vivian Alexandra Spohr, a 51-year-old top manager and wife of Carsten Spohr, was behind the wheel of an SUV when it collided with 24-year-old Gaia Costa in the Italian commune of Porto Cervo on Tuesday. Ms Costa, a babysitter, had been crossing the road at a zebra crossing when the tragedy occurred. She was still alive when help arrived but sustained serious head injuries and died at the scene, La Repubblica reports. Moments after the collision, the businesswoman opened the door, took a few steps, and 'immediately realised what had happened, put her hands to her face, and collapsed to the ground,' according to one witness at the scene. Ms Spohr had been on holiday at her family's vacation home in the seaside resort but returned to Munich following the incident - even as prosecutor Milena Aucone was registering her as a suspect. Her lawyers released a statement on Friday saying she is in a state of 'dismay and grief' and has placed herself at the disposal of Italian prosecutors. They also reiterated their full acceptance of responsibility and willingness to cooperate. 'The woman has placed herself completely at the disposal of the judicial authorities for the necessary investigations and, while aware that such a great personal loss cannot be remedied, will take steps to mitigate the consequences,' the statement read. Questions have been raised about her exit from Sardinia, with one user on social media saying the departure 'feels like an escape' - a claim that has been denied by her and her lawyers, according to local outlet Corriere. CCTV reportedly captured Ms Costa crossing the street, before noticing an SUV approaching her. She attempted to stop it with a wave of her hand but was knocked to the ground and banged her head. An ambulance arrived at the scene quickly and paramedics spent more than 20 minutes trying to revive her. According to 'L'Unione Sarda,' Spohr, who was driving alongside her daughter, initially didn't notice the accident and was stopped by a passerby. Spohr was so shocked when she saw the seriously injured woman that she fainted, the outlet reports. She subsequently underwent alcohol and drug tests, but they were negative. The SUV has been seized and will undergo technical investigations, while the examination of Gaia's body was conducted on Wednesday. Mayor Gianni Addis said: 'Gaia was a young woman who was deeply involved in the city's social and cultural life.
Extra.ie
11-07-2025
- Extra.ie
Lufthansa bosses wife in fatal road accident in Italy
The wife of Lufthansa's CEO is being investigated following the death of a young woman in a car accident in Sardinia, Italy. According to the Italian publication La Repubblica- Vivian Spohr is being investigated for negligent homicide in a road traffic incident. 24 year old victim Gaia Costa was crossing the road at a zebra crossing in the Italian town of Porto Cervo on Tuesday when she was struck by an SUV, allegedly being driven by Vivian Alexandra Spohr, wife of Lufthansa boss Carsten Spohr. Gaia Costa. Pic: Pic: GaiaaCostaa/Instagram 24 year old Gaia, a babysitter, sustained serious head injuries in the incident, but despite being treated at the scene, she died shortly afterwards. Ms Spohr is undertstood to have returned to Munich soon after the accident occurred, but her lawyers say she is at the disposal of Italian prosecutors, who have registered her as a suspect in the road crash. Vivian Spohr and Carsten Spohr. Pic:In a statement Ms Spohrs lawyers said 'Vivian Spohr, who was involved in the tragic death, expresses her dismay and deep regret over this very serious accident'. Ms Spohr had been on holiday at her family's vacation home when the tragedy occurred.
