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The Sun
11-07-2025
- The Sun
Billionaire airline CEO's wife ‘runs down and kills babysitter, 24, crossing road before FLEEING holiday island'
THE wife of a billionaire airline CEO ran down and killed a young woman in Sardinia before fleeing the holiday hotspot, reports claim. Vivian Alexandra Spohr, 51, the wife of German aviation group Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr, reportedly hit 24-year-old Gaia Costa as she was crossing the road. 8 8 8 Gaia, a babysitter, tragically died after the SUV struck her as she attempted to walk across a zebra crossing in the Italian seaside resort of Porto Cervo. The babysitter is said to have raised her arm in an attempt to warn the BMW of her presence before being hit at around 1:30pm on Tuesday. Reports suggest the 51-year-old driver drove a few metres before stopping and "immediately" realising what had happened. She was reportedly still alive when help reached her, but had sustained serious head injuries and tragically died at the scene, La Repubblica reports. Vivian Spohr is now being investigated for negligent homicide in road traffic, the newspaper added. She is said to have travelled back to Munich while prosecutor Milena Aucone was registering her as a suspect. A statement read: "Vivian Spohr, who was involved in the tragic death, expresses her dismay and deep regret over this very serious accident. "She has placed herself at the complete disposal of the judicial authorities for the necessary investigations and, although aware that such a great personal loss cannot be remedied, will take steps to mitigate the consequences." Ms Spohr had been holidaying at her family's house abroad when the tragedy unfolded, local media reports. CCTV reportedly captured 24-year-old Gaia crossing the road before seeing an SUV approaching. She tried to spot it by waving her hand but was struck by the vehicle. An ambulance scrambled to the scene, with paramedics spending over 20 minutes trying to revive her. Ms Spohr, who was allegedly driving with her daughter in the car, apparently didn't initially notice the accident and was stopped by an onlooker, L'Unione Sarda reports. Horror dashcam vid shows boy on bicycle get crushed between two cars in freak road crash She was then so shocked upon seeing seriously injured Gaia that she fainted, the newspaper added. Following the tragedy, Ms Spohr was said to have undergone alcohol and drug tests, but the results were negative. The SUV that hit Gaia has since been seized and is to undergo various technical investigations. The CCTV footage is also being reviewed. An examination of Gaia's body was reportedly conducted on Wednesday. Mayor Gianni Addis paid tribute to the young woman, saying: "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." 8 8 8 8 8
BreakingNews.ie
09-07-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
Irishman killed in US by suspected drunk driver named as beloved father of two
An Irishman killed in the US following a road traffic incident by a suspected drunk-driver has been named as father-of-two Damien O'Brien. Mr O'Brien had moved to America more than a decade ago from his native Killygordon in Co Donegal. Advertisement The 35-year-old was struck by a car in the early hours of Sunday last while walking home from a night out with friends near Huntington Beach in California. A 21 year-old driver was arrested at the scene on suspicion of driving under the influence. Mr O'Brien and his wife Michelle have two sons and are expecting a third child soon. He was a well-known and much-loved member of the Irish community in the area and was a member of the Wild Geese GAA Club. Advertisement He worked as vice president of operations with TM Grady Builders. The company has launched a GoFundMe page which has received a huge response from the local community. Organiser TM Grady said Damien was known for his "dedication, warmth, wisdom, and professionalism". He said "It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the sudden passing of our Vice President of Operations, Damien O'Brien, in a tragic accident on Sunday July 6th. Advertisement "Damien was an extraordinary man, a leader, and a beloved member of our TM Grady Builder family, known for his dedication, warmth, wisdom, and professionalism. "His contributions to our projects and his genuine care for our clients left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of working with him." Damien is survived by his beloved wife, Michelle, their two young sons, Oscar and Luke and another child due in September. Mr Grady encouraged people to donate to the fund saying all donations will go to Damien's family to help with monthly bills and any unexpected expenses. He added: "We can make a difference in Damien's family's life by coming together to support them during this challenging time." You can find the GoFundMe page here .
Malay Mail
09-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Police quiz cyclists, driver after clash over blocked bus lane on Kuala Selangor-KL road
SHAH ALAM, July 9 — Police have taken statements from four individuals over last Sunday's altercation between a bus driver and cyclists obstructing a bus lane at Kilometre 23 of the Kuala Selangor–Kuala Lumpur road. Kuala Selangor Police Chief Supt Azaharudin Tajudin said the police had received two reports, one from the bus driver and another from a member of the group of cyclists involved. 'For now, police have recorded statements from four individuals, and no summonses have been issued as the investigation is still ongoing,' he said in a statement today. Yesterday, Azaharudin was reported as saying that police were tracking down a group of cyclists believed to be involved in the incident, which occurred around 9.35am last Sunday near the Batu Arang traffic lights before it went viral on social media. Azaharudin said the case is being investigated under Regulation 42(3) of the Road Traffic Rules 1959 for competitive cycling on the road. — Bernama
BreakingNews.ie
09-07-2025
- BreakingNews.ie
Motorcyclist (20s) dies in Co Laois crash
A man, aged in his 20s, has died following a single-vehicle motorcycle crash in Co Laois on Tuesday night. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following the fatal road traffic collision in Abbeyleix, Co Laois. Advertisement The single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred on the N77 at the junction of the Portlaoise Road and Ballyroan Road at approximately 7.50pm. The motorcyclist, a man in his 20s, was later pronounced deceased at the scene. There were no other injuries reported. The man's body was removed to the mortuary at Midlands Regional Hospital in Portlaoise. The scene remains preserved pending a technical examination by Garda forensic collision investigators this morning. The road from Main Street in Abbeyleix to Tonduff Cross on the Portlaoise Road is closed and local diversions are in place. Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them. Any road users or pedestrians who were in the area between 7pm and 8pm, and have camera footage (including dash-cam) are asked to make this available to investigating gardaí. Anyone with information is asked to contact Abbeyleix Garda Station at 057 873 0580, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Schoolboy, 14, dead after being hit by car towing trailer: Man, 24, arrested after 'killing young pedestrian while unfit through drugs'
A 14-year-old boy has been killed after he was tragically knocked down by a car towing a trailer. Police have arrested a 24-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by careless driving whilst unfit through drugs. Emergency services rushed to the horror crash in Catherington, near Waterlooville, Hampshire, at around 9pm last night. The 14-year-old schoolboy, who was a pedestrian at the time, sadly died at the scene. The suspect has been released from custody pending further investigations, police have said. Police have called on anyone who witnessed or has dashcam footage of the crash to get in touch. A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary said: 'Officers are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a fatal collision. 'Police were called at 9pm on Monday to a collision on Lovedean Lane, Catherington. The collision involved a car towing a trailer and a pedestrian. 'Sadly, despite the best efforts of emergency services, including the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, the pedestrian, a 14-year-old boy, died at the scene. 'A 24-year-old man from Waterlooville was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving whilst unfit through drugs and has been released under investigation. 'As part of our investigation we would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or anyone who has relevant dash cam footage capturing the incident or the moments leading up to it. 'Were you on Lovedean Lane around the time of the incident? Did you see the vehicle or pedestrian in the area before the collision? 'If you have any information, please contact us online or via 101.'
