Olof Franzén on Gotland has received another traffic fine from Italy despite never having set foot in the country.
The latest demand, for just over 340 euros — equivalent to nearly 4,000 Swedish kronor — arrived in his mailbox via a German debt collection agency called Debtist.
This marks the third time Franzén has been targeted with such penalties, the first occurring several years ago.
He says he initially suspected the notice was a scam but has since confirmed it is legitimate, noting the aggressive tone warning of legal action if payment is not made.
However, the documentation provided lacks critical details: there is no original ticket, no license plate number, and no information about the vehicle allegedly involved.
The only specific information cited is a date — August 17, 2023 — and the claim that the violation occurred in Pisa, western Italy.
Authorities in Pisa and the debt collection agency have been contacted but have not responded to inquiries.
Franzén expressed frustration, calling the situation disrespectful and exhausting, especially given that his vehicle is reportedly registered as off the road.
The case echoes previous reports of similar errors where individuals were fined due to mistaken vehicle identity.
Such cross-border enforcement issues continue to raise concerns about accuracy and accountability in international traffic penalty systems.
