# Fatal scooter accident in Quartu Sant’Elena

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fatal-scooter-accident-in-quartu-santelena
> Updated: 2026-09-04T06:34:38.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

On September 4, 2026, two teenagers, aged 17 and 18, died following a scooter accident in Quartu Sant’Elena. The incident occurred around 5:00 AM along the Poetto coastline near the Marinella roundabout when the driver of a Honda SH 125 reportedly lost control and struck a light pole.

One victim died instantly at the scene, while the second passed away in an ambulance during transport to the hospital. Carabinieri investigators are reviewing surveillance footage to determine the dynamics of the crash and identify the operator of the vehicle. The scooter has been seized for technical analysis, and toxicological exams are expected to be conducted.

## Claims

- The Carabinieri have seized the scooter, which was found to be in compliance with all documentation. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Carabinieri are investigating the dynamics of the accident. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Toxicological exams are planned for the bodies. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Surveillance cameras may clarify who was driving the scooter. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Filippo Corongiu died instantly, while Gabriele Galici died in the ambulance. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Quartu Sant’Elena: Two teenagers killed in fatal scooter accident

Two teenagers, Gabriele Galici and Filippo Corongiu, died after their scooter struck a light pole in Quartu Sant’Elena, Italy. Investigators are reviewing video footage to clarify the accident's cause.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/quartu-santelena-two-teenagers-killed-in-fatal-scooter-accident

### 2026-08-31: Sant'Elia Fiumerapido fatal scooter accident investigation

An investigation is underway following a fatal scooter accident in Sant'Elia Fiumerapido that killed 22-year-old Luca Fella. Authorities are checking if wild animals caused the crash.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santelia-fiumerapido-fatal-scooter-accident-investigation

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