The presence of two Egyptians living in Italy, Osama Shalabi and his 20-year-old son Mohamed, was widely reported. He praised After they helped stop the suspect behind the violent car ramming attack in the Italian city of Modena on Saturday, May 16.
The incident It happened When a man driving at high speed suddenly stepped onto the sidewalk in the center of the crowded city of Modena in northern Italy. The driver hit a number of pedestrians, bicycles, and storefronts, injuring eight people, including victims who were very seriously injured.
According to Italian authorities, the attacker, identified as 31-year-old Salim Al-Kawdari, continued driving through crowded streets before crashing into a store window. Witnesses described scenes of panic as people ran to escape the speeding car.
After the incident, the suspect got out of the car carrying a knife and tried to flee the area. At that A momentShalabi and Muhammad chased him, along with a number of passers-by. Muhammad was able to confront the suspect and disarm him, while his father and others helped detain him until police officers arrived.
Italian media strongly He praised The courage of the Egyptian father and son. Reports described He described them as “heroes” who acted quickly despite the danger. Many newspapers and television channels highlighted how their actions may have prevented further casualties.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni personally He visited Modena after the attack and thanked the citizens who intervened to stop the suspect. Italian President Sergio Mattarella also visited the victims in hospital and praised the courage shown by ordinary residents during the emergency.
Egyptian Ambassador to Italy Bassam Rady later Honor Osama and his son for their courage and positive image of Egyptians abroad. This recognition received great attention in the Egyptian and Italian media.
Italian reports too male The attack sparked a broader debate in Italy about immigration, social integration and mental health. While some politicians tried to link the attack to immigration issues, the mayor of Modena asserted that the migrants themselves helped stop the attacker, specifically pointing to the role played by the Egyptian father and son.
Speaking to the media, Fr He said“We were not afraid. We are Egyptians and we do not fear anyone but God.”