Elderly Man Drives Mercedes Down Rome’s Spanish Steps

Written by on June 17, 2025

An 80-year-old man accidentally drove his Mercedes-Benz A Class sedan down Rome’s historic Spanish Steps on June 17, 2025, getting stuck partway down. Authorities confirmed he was sober and cited him for the incident. Firefighters used a crane to remove the vehicle. The iconic 18th-century steps are pedestrian-only and have suffered similar incidents in the past, including a 2022 case involving a rented Maserati. The latest mishap highlights ongoing concerns about protecting cultural landmarks from vehicular damage.

Source: AP News

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