Anthony Ianetta

This information comes from the Daily Telegraph, an Australian Newspaper. It reported today that: ‘When Anthony Iannetta shielded his little sister from the impact of a tree he most likely knew he was about to die.’ Anthony was 18 and his sister Elissa 15 years old. Anthony and his sister had cadged a ride after their original one had fallen through. They were turned out to be victims in the horrific event.

Elissa ‘remembers that [Anthony] shoved her head in between his legs to try and protect her. As they roared around the corner, he gripped the handle above the back seat door - he must have known what was going to happen. All he had time to do was to grab hold of her and lean over to protect her and himself.’
This story is mainly about an irresponsible and inexperienced young driver who drove a high-powered six cylinder XR6 Falcon. It ‘skidded out of control at an estimated 140km/h.’ I would have preferred this blog to be about positive stories about male role models, I guess that occasionally I can let an inspirational one slip through.