Dois 22-year-old twin brothers lost their lives last Wednesday in Magione, in the Úmbria region, center of Itália. Francesco and Giacomo Fierloni left home around 8pm to train pigeons at a hunting shelter near a power transmission tower. One of the birds landed on a high voltage cable. The young people tried to remove it with a rod and ended up hit by an electrical discharge of around 20,000 volts. The bodies were found hugging their father and uncle around midnight.
Local police are investigating the case as an accident. The brothers prepared the birds for the wood pigeon hunting season, a common activity in rural areas. The incident occurred approximately 10 meters high. Nenhuma another person was injured.
Perícia points out sequence of events
One of the twins used the pole to reach the pigeon. The object touched the live wires and caused the first discharge. The second brother ran to help and also received the shock. The two died at the scene.
- The bodies remained embraced on the grass near the shelter.
- The family arrived at the scene hours later and provided first assistance.
- Equipes rescue team confirmed the death in the early hours of the morning.
- Autoridades collected the rod and examined the electrical cables.
Preliminary investigation rules out crime or deliberate act. The focus is on the safety conditions of the amateur hunting area.
Reação from local authorities
Magione’s mayor, Massimo Lagetti, knew the young people personally. Ele described the brothers as hard-working and kind guys. The governor of Úmbria, Stefania Proietti, issued an official note of condolence. The regional administration expressed solidarity with the family and community.
Moradores from the small town of around 15 thousand inhabitants reported commotion. Amigos and relatives gathered over the next few days. The tragedy interrupted simple plans for two young people passionate about outdoor activities.
Detalhes about training birds
The twins kept pigeons as live bait, a traditional practice in wood pigeon hunting in central Itália. The shelter was on private land near the tower. Treinos occurred regularly before the season opener. Ambientalistas criticize the use of live birds, but the activity remains within local law.
Nenhuma irregularity has been pointed out so far regarding the hunting license or the location. The tower’s energy belongs to the regional distribution network.
Histórico from similar accidents
Casos electrocution during rural activities is not rare in Itália. High voltage Linhas cross many farming and hunting areas. Autoridades recommend minimum distance and isolated equipment. Especialistas in electrical safety reminds us that metal or carbon rods easily conduct current in direct contact.
The Fierloni tragedy reinforces warnings for those who work or train close to electrical infrastructure. Investigadores still analyzes whether the cable insulation was up to date.
Família and community in mourning
Parents and close relatives are avoiding speaking to the press for now. Vizinhos organize emotional support. Little Magione records the case as one of the biggest recent losses of young lives. Enterro should take place in the next few days in a private ceremony.
The accident leaves a lesson about invisible risks in common routines in the Italian countryside.