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Lufthansa CEO's Wife in Vehicular Homicide Probe After Killing Babysitter at Sardinia Crosswalk

Key Takeaways Fatal Incident : Vivian Spohr struck 24-year-old Gaia Costa at a pedestrian crossing in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, on July 8, 2025, resulting in Costa’s death from severe head injuries . Legal Investigation : Italian authorities are probing Spohr for vehicular homicide ("omicidio stradale"), examining phone records and CCTV footage for evidence of distraction; she tested negative for alcohol/drugs . Contested Details : Witnesses claim Spohr initially drove on after impact, while her lawyer asserts she stopped immediately, attempted first aid, and fainted . Victim’s Legacy : Costa, a beloved babysitter and community member, was mourned by hundreds; her father is a prominent Italian labor leader . Global Scrutiny : The Spohrs’ high-profile status—Carsten Spohr leads Lufthansa (2024 profit: $1.5B)—amplifies attention on legal fairness and privilege dynamics . The Sardinia Crash: What We Know So Far On July 8, 2025, around 1:30 p.m., Vivian Alexandra Spohr (51) drove a ...