A man in Cattolica, Italy, was arrested after he drove his car into the port with his wife inside, according to Tgcom24. The incident occurred on Thursday, August 20, 2026, and the man initially fled the scene after the vehicle entered the water.
The car was pulled from the water by bystanders, who rescued both the man's wife and the vehicle. The woman survived the incident. The man was later taken into custody, with reports from RiminiToday confirming he was captured during the night following the attempted attack.
Italian news outlets, including Sky TG24, report that the incident followed an argument between the couple. The man is now being held on suspicion of attempted murder, as reported by Tgcom24.
The rescue effort was carried out by people who were present at the port at the time of the incident. Their quick action prevented what could have been a fatal outcome for the woman trapped inside the submerged car.
Local authorities have not yet released further details about the couple's identity or the specific nature of the argument that preceded the incident. The investigation into the case is ongoing, and the man remains in custody as legal proceedings move forward.
What to watch next: Updates on the woman's condition and any formal charges filed against the man as the investigation continues.
