A man injured in a car-ramming and stabbing attack in Modena, Italy, said he felt lucky to avoid more serious injuries on Monday [1, 2].
The incident underscores the sudden nature of violent attacks in urban centers and highlights the critical role of immediate bystander intervention in saving lives.
The survivor recounted the events that took place in the northern Italian city, where a vehicle was used to strike pedestrians before a stabbing occurred [1, 2]. He described the chaos of the moment and the subsequent help he received from people on the scene.
"I consider myself lucky," the survivor said [1, 2].
He did not specify the extent of his injuries but indicated that the outcome could have been far worse. The man emphasized that the quick actions of others were vital during the aftermath of the assault.
"Thank you to everyone who came to my aid," he said [1, 2].
Authorities in Modena have not yet released a motive for the attack. The survivor's account provides a rare first-hand perspective on the event, a detail often missing from initial police reports.
“"I consider myself lucky."”
This event reflects a pattern of hybrid attacks involving both vehicles and weapons, which complicate emergency responses in dense city environments. The survivor's testimony emphasizes that civilian first-aid and immediate assistance can significantly alter the medical outcome for victims before professional emergency services arrive.
