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Italian Train Conductor Stabbed, Strike Ensues
An Italian train conductor was stabbed by a couple caught without tickets, causing an 8-hour railway strike and strong political reactions.
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Ferrovie Dello Stato (Fs)TrenitaliaTrenitalia TperFs SecurityItalo Ntv
Matteo SalviniAnnamaria Furlan
- What was the reaction of railway workers to the incident?
- The incident caused widespread outrage and prompted an 8-hour strike by railway workers across Italy. The strike is scheduled for tomorrow, impacting Trenitalia, Trenitalia Tper, FS Security, Italo Ntv, and Trenord.
- Where and when did the train conductor stabbing take place?
- A train conductor was stabbed by a young couple who were caught without tickets near Rivarolo, Italy. The conductor, 44, suffered a serious but not life-threatening wound to his side. The attackers, a 21-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl, both of Egyptian origin, were apprehended by police.
- What are the details surrounding the arrest of the attackers?
- The attack occurred on a regional train traveling from Genova Piazza Principe to Busalla around 13:00. The attackers were quickly identified and arrested based on descriptions provided by other passengers. The 21-year-old male attacker may face charges of attempted murder.
- What did Matteo Salvini and Annamaria Furlan say about the event?
- Matteo Salvini, the Italian Interior Minister, called for no leniency for those responsible, emphasizing the need for stricter security measures. Genoa Senator Annamaria Furlan of the Democratic Party stressed the need to invest in transportation worker safety.
- What were the immediate consequences of the stabbing on train services?
- The train remained at the scene for two hours while authorities conducted their investigation. The incident caused significant delays and cancellations on the affected train line. FS (Ferrovie dello Stato) stated that they provided support to their injured employee.