A tragic incident occurred at Luna Park in Spotorno, Italy, where 15-year-old Alessio Colletti was electrocuted while using a fairground football machine. Alessio, a talented footballer, suffered a fatal electric shock when he touched the machine barefoot on July 16. Despite efforts to resuscitate him for over two hours, he passed away at St Paul’s Hospital in Savona.
Following the incident, a manslaughter investigation has been initiated to determine the circumstances surrounding Alessio’s death. The fairground ride owner, the attraction technician, and the engineer responsible for safety checks are all being investigated. Authorities are focusing on why the safety switch failed to cut power as intended.
Investigators are examining a seized cable and connectors for possible rain damage, which occurred shortly before the incident. An electrical engineering expert from Turin University will conduct forensic tests to determine the cause of the malfunction. Alessio’s post-mortem examination is scheduled for Friday in Sarono, near Milan, where his family awaits permission for a funeral.
In response to the tragedy, Alessio’s football club, Amor Sportiva Saronno, and local rivals Virtus Cantalupo expressed their condolences. Friends remembered Alessio as a skilled midfielder with a promising future in the sport. Luna Park remains closed as authorities conduct thorough safety checks and permit inspections.
The incident in Spotorno has sparked concerns about the safety of aging attractions at traveling fairgrounds, particularly regarding electrical inspections and emergency cut-off mechanisms. The community mourns the loss of Alessio, highlighting the need for rigorous safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
