Another victim, another road tragedy, another fleeing driver. It happened yesterday on the outskirts of Bologna, around lunchtime: Ettore Pausini, 78 years old, was returning home on his mountain bike when he was hit by a car coming from the opposite direction. Witnesses reported seeing "the bike flying away" while the man landed on the ground in a pool of blood. Immediate rescue efforts lasted over an hour, but for Ettore Pausini, Laura Pausini's uncle, there was nothing to be done.

The driver fled without providing assistance and a few kilometers further abandoned an old model Opel Astra, continuing his escape on foot. Law enforcement is searching for him particularly in the Pilastro neighborhood.

Ettore Pausini was a passionate cyclist, ran a barbershop in downtown Bologna, and was a testimonial and active member of the Onconauti association, which he joined after winning a serious illness many years ago.

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