# Theft of Franco Colapinto belongings in Italy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/theft-of-franco-colapinto-belongings-in-italy
> Updated: 2026-08-20T19:16:20.000Z. Sources: 32. Developments: 3.

Argentine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto, who competes for Alpine, reported the theft of his personal belongings during a summer vacation in Italy.

Colapinto shared via social media that his luggage, clothing, and a traditional South American mate kit were stolen. He commented on the incident with irony, stating, “Who would have thought Europeans would steal everything from a Latino?” and later remarking, “And in Argentina, I was never robbed! #SaferThanEurope.”

New details revealed the theft occurred in Milan while Colapinto was dining at a restaurant. Thieves broke into his vehicle and stole his wallet, passport, clothing, and his mate and thermos. Colapinto described the experience as the “worst day” of his life.

Following the incident, Colapinto filed a report and returned to Monaco. He was subsequently contacted by Italian police, who recovered his documents. This required him to travel approximately 1,200 kilometers in a single day to retrieve his identification. He noted that the experience served as a learning moment as he prepared for the Dutch Grand Prix.

The incident has drawn significant attention and has been noted alongside a pattern of high-value thefts involving other Formula 1 drivers, including Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, and Carlos Sainz.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: Franco Colapinto details theft of personal belongings in Italy

Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto detailed a theft in Milan, Italy, where thieves stole his passport, wallet, and clothing, forcing him to travel 1,200 km to recover his documents.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/franco-colapinto-details-theft-of-personal-belongings-in-italy

### 2026-08-11: Franco Colapinto reports theft of belongings in Italy

Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto reported the theft of his personal belongings, including clothing and a traditional mate set, while vacationing near Lake Como, Italy.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/franco-colapinto-reports-theft-of-belongings-in-italy

### 2026-08-06: F1 driver Franco Colapinto robbed during Italian vacation

Alpine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto reported having his personal belongings, including clothes and his mate kit, stolen during a vacation at Lake Como, Italy.

26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentine-f1-driver-franco-colapinto-robbed-while-on-vacation-in-italy

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