Italy is mourning the loss of young figure skating talent Matilda Ferrari, who tragically died in a traffic accident at just 15 years old. The schoolgirl was struck by a cement truck while waiting for her school bus one morning in the town of Giustino, located in the province of Trentino in the heart of the Italian Alps.
According to media reports, Matilda was crossing the road on her way to the bus stop when the truck hit her. Emergency responders and a doctor arrived quickly, but unfortunately, she succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Initial investigations indicate that the truck driver had a green light when Matilda entered the road.
Local sources report that Matilda was accompanied by two friends. She was heading to Tione to attend school, as she did every day. The road where the accident occurred is heavily trafficked and is considered one of the main routes in the region. The tragedy has deeply shocked the small community.
The mayor of Giustino, Manuel Cosi, expressed his grief, saying, “This is a terrible tragedy that leaves us speechless. You shouldn’t have to go to school in the morning and die like this. We are devastated. What happened is awful.” His words echo the feelings of many residents.
Matilda was recognized as a promising figure skating talent. She was a member of the Sporting Ghiaccio Art Pinzolo club and spent nearly every day training on the ice. Despite a knee injury, she had recently made remarkable progress. At the end of 2024, she placed third in the final of the Italian Cup, demonstrating her great potential. After the tragedy, her club shared a black-and-white photo of Matilda, saying they could not imagine not seeing her train every day.
News of Matilda’s death quickly spread across Italy and beyond. Many expressed their condolences on social media. One user wrote, “Too many reckless drivers.” Another said, “What a terrible loss, poor girl, may she rest in peace.” These reactions show the deep sorrow felt by many over the death of such a young life.
The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances of the accident. Technicians are examining whether mechanical faults or poor visibility may have played a role. It is known that this area has seen dangerous incidents in the past. The accident has reignited discussions about the safety of school routes in the region. The Giustino community is grieving deeply. Friends, teachers, and neighbors remember Matilda as a bright, disciplined girl with big dreams. Her death leaves a significant void—not only in the sports world but also in the lives of those who knew her.
For many, it is a painful reminder that a simple morning routine—waiting for the school bus—can turn into tragedy in a matter of seconds. The mayor said Giustino had “lost a star,” capturing the collective pain felt by the community. This loss affects not only her family but everyone around her.