Widow Fights to Restore Safety Sign at Crash Site
A Gothenburg widow demands answers after the city removed a safety sign from the spot where her husband died. The 30 km/h sign had provided comfort following the fatal tram crossing accident. Officials have not explained why they took it down.
Marie Farah Fioriniello relives the tragedy every time she crosses the tram tracks. Her husband Pietro died there 18 months ago. City officials installed a 30 km/h speed limit sign after the accident. It gave Marie a sense of security. Now workers have removed the sign without explanation. She feels confused and abandoned. Gothenburg's tram crossings have drawn scrutiny after several serious incidents. The city has not explained its decision publicly. Removing safety measures after fatal accidents often sparks public concern. Local residents now question whether officials prioritize traffic flow over pedestrian safety.