Sirmione: Young Carabinieri “Hero” Resuscitates Colleague in Cardiac Arrest. On February 1st, a decisive intervention saved the life of a Carabiniere who suffered a cardiac arrest, thanks to the quick actions of 25-year-old Mattia Pittarello. The young officer acted swiftly, immediately performing resuscitation maneuvers that restored his colleague’s heartbeat. This heroic act has been recognized by the local community and the medical personnel who intervened, confirming the importance of the cardiac massage administered by the Carabinieri.
The incident has also drawn the attention of the higher-ups in the Carabinieri, with praise coming from the commander of the Carabinieri and the commander of the Sicily Region, currently stationed in Messina. Mattia’s fame has spread rapidly among the citizens of Sirmione, who regard him as a true hero, as evidenced by numerous messages of gratitude on social media in recent hours.