Sappada: fatal motorcycle and car collision kills passenger

A fatal collision between a car and a motorcycle occurred on Sunday afternoon, September 27, 2026, on State Road 355 in the municipality of Sappada. The victim, 48-year-old Laura Doraponti of Tricesimo, was traveling as a passenger on the motorcycle.

Initial reports indicate the impact was extremely violent, causing Doraponti to be thrown approximately 30 meters from the motorcycle, where she struck a tree. Emergency responders were unable to save her due to the severity of her injuries.

The driver of the motorcycle sustained serious injuries and was stabilized at the scene before being airlifted by the Veneto Falco helicopter to the hospital in Udine. Carabinieri are currently investigating the circumstances of the crash to determine the exact dynamics and responsibilities involved.