Carmine Albero, a 24-year-old Italian musician and mechanic, died Tuesday morning in an industrial accident at a logistics company in Nocera Inferiore, Italy. Albero, who performed under the stage name “Karmis,” was struck by an articulated lorry while working at the facility on Via Fiano, according to reports from Italian news outlets.
The incident occurred as the lorry driver was reversing, and failed to notice Albero’s presence. Emergency services arrived at the scene but were unable to save Albero’s life, despite attempts at resuscitation. The site of the accident has been seized for technical investigations, authorities stated.
Albero was a rising talent in the Italian music scene, known as a rapper and drummer with thirteen years of experience. News of his death has prompted an outpouring of grief from his family, community, and fellow musicians. The tragedy has also reignited debate surrounding workplace safety regulations in Italy.
Initial reports indicate the accident may have been caused by the driver not seeing Albero during a reversing maneuver. Police are investigating the precise circumstances surrounding the incident, as reported by Caffeina Magazine.
The incident at the logistics company follows a pattern of workplace accidents in Italy, prompting calls for increased safety measures. The circumstances of Albero’s death are under investigation, and no further details regarding potential safety violations have been released.
