Tragic Car Crash in Asiago Claims Three Young Lives, One Seriously Injured

Devastating Accident in Asiago

A tragic car accident occurred in Asiago, Vicenza, Italy, in the early hours of Sunday, October 19, 2025, resulting in the deaths of three young men and leaving another seriously injured. The incident took place around 3:30 AM when a Peugeot 207, carrying five occupants, crashed into a fountain located at the center of the roundabout on Via Verdi.

Details of the Crash and Casualties

According to initial reports and surveillance footage, the vehicle was traveling at a high speed down Via Lavarone before failing to yield, striking a traffic island and a street sign, and ultimately colliding with the fountain. The impact caused the car to overturn, leading to immediate fatalities. The three victims who died at the scene were identified as Nicola Xausa, Pietro Pisapia (both from Lusiana Conco), and Riccardo Gemo (from Creazzo or Noventa). All were young men in their early twenties. They were reportedly returning from a birthday celebration for one of the car's occupants.

Another occupant, Mirko Bez, a 21-year-old from Belluno, sustained severe injuries, including various skull fractures and cerebral and thoracic contusions. He was transported in critical condition to the hospital in Bassano, though his life is not believed to be in danger. A fifth young man, identified as Otto Pasioi (from Giavera del Montello), was also in the car but reportedly escaped with minor injuries and was taken to Asiago hospital for checks.

Emergency Response and Official Reactions

Emergency services, including medical personnel from Suem 118, firefighters (Vigili del Fuoco), Carabinieri, and local police, quickly responded to the scene. The road was closed for several hours to allow for rescue operations, evidence collection, and clearing of the wreckage. The mayor of Asiago commented on the 'crazy speed' ('velocità folle') of the vehicle and noted the irony that the roundabout had been constructed years prior to enhance safety at what was previously a dangerous intersection. The Governor of Veneto, Luca Zaia, expressed profound condolences to the families of the victims, highlighting the immense pain caused by such a tragedy.