ROME (AP) – Vivian Spohr, the spouse of Lufthansa's CEO Carsten Spohr, announced on Friday her readiness to cooperate fully with Italian judicial authorities following a tragic incident that resulted in the death of a 24-year-old woman. The victim, Gaia Costa, was struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in Porto Cervo, located on the island of Sardinia.

According to local media reports, on Tuesday, Vivian Spohr was driving an SUV that collided with Costa at a crosswalk. The young woman, who hailed from Tempio Pausania in the Gallura region, succumbed to severe head injuries sustained during the accident and was pronounced dead at the scene.

In a statement issued through her Italian legal representative on Friday, the 51-year-old German businesswoman expressed her profound sorrow and concern regarding the grave nature of the accident. Her statement emphasized the tragic impact on not only Costa’s family but also the local community of Tempio and the broader Gallura region.

Spohr's statement conveyed, “I am at the complete disposal of the Italian judicial authorities for the necessary investigations and, while aware that such a great personal loss cannot be repaired, I will take steps to mitigate its consequences.” This indicates her desire to cooperate with the ongoing investigations while expressing her empathy towards the victim's family.

Local media have reported that Vivian Spohr was on vacation at her family’s residence in Sardinia when the incident occurred. Following the accident, she left the island and returned to Germany shortly thereafter.

The circumstances surrounding the accident are still under investigation by the Italian authorities. More details regarding the accident and the judicial process are expected to unfold as officials continue their inquiries.

This incident has not only raised concerns about road safety in the area but has also drawn public attention due to the involvement of a prominent business figure. The repercussions of this tragic event are likely to resonate within the community and beyond, as it highlights the ongoing issues surrounding traffic safety and the devastating impact of such accidents on families and communities.