Inter Milan goalkeeper Josep Martinez was involved in a fatal car accident Tuesday morning that killed an 81-year-old man in an electric wheelchair. The collision occurred around 9:40 AM in Fenegro village, near Como, as Martinez was driving to the club's training ground at Appiano Gentile.
The elderly victim reportedly suffered a medical episode just before the impact, according to police reports. Authorities stated "the man, who was on his electric wheelchair, had suffered a medical episode just before the impact, meaning that he was unable to move away from the oncoming traffic."
Martinez immediately stopped his vehicle and provided first aid to the victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The 27-year-old Spanish goalkeeper was unharmed but deeply shaken by the incident and is fully cooperating with local police investigations.
Club Response
Inter Milan cancelled manager Cristian Chivu's scheduled midday press conference as news of the tragedy emerged. The club issued a statement saying: "We confirm we are aware of the situation and express our deepest condolences to the victim's family."
The incident has sent shockwaves through the football community and local area. Martinez was expected to be on the bench for Inter's upcoming match against Fiorentina on Wednesday night.
Player Background
Martinez joined Inter Milan last year from Genoa and serves as the club's second-choice goalkeeper behind Yann Sommer. He has made 12 appearances for Inter across all competitions, including two Serie A matches this season. The former RB Leipzig player has one cap for the Spanish national team.
Italian police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident, with preliminary reports indicating no intent or wrongdoing on Martinez's part.
Note: This article was created with Artificial Intelligence (AI).
