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UPDATED May 17, 2026 at 8:05 PM ET
May 16, 2026 at 1:08 PM ET
Investigators rule out terrorism in Modena car attack
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Italy’s interior minister said the Modena driver was not suspected of terrorism and had mental issues.
WHO: Matteo Piantedosi, Italy’s Interior Minister
WHAT: Piantedosi said the driver who drove into a crowd in Modena was not suspected of a terrorist act and was dealing with mental issues.
WHEN: May 17, 2026 at 11:53 AM ET
WHERE: Modena, Italy
WHY: Investigators excluded a terrorism motive and the driver was described as dealing with mental issues.
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