A Slovakian man who had been on the run from Italian authorities for 16 years was apprehended upon his return to attend the Winter Olympics to support his nation’s ice hockey team. The 44-year-old, whose identity remains undisclosed, was intercepted by police before reaching the arena. The arrest stemmed from outstanding warrants issued in 2010 for a string of thefts he purportedly committed, resulting in an 11-month and seven-day sentence.
Authorities located the fugitive after he checked into a guesthouse on the outskirts of Milan, voluntarily returning to Italy despite being a wanted individual. He was swiftly taken into custody and transferred to the San Vittore Prison. Meanwhile, Slovakia’s men’s ice hockey team achieved a surprising victory over Finland, setting the stage for upcoming matches against Italy and Sweden.
In previous Winter Olympics, Slovakia secured a bronze medal in Beijing when NHL players were excluded. This year marks their return to the Games since Sochi 2014. The ongoing Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics have seen notable events, including Lindsey Vonn’s unfortunate injury and Jake Paul’s fiancée, Jutta Leerdam, winning a gold medal in speed skating.
Team GB is still awaiting their first medal, with high hopes resting on skeleton world champion Matt Weston. Fans can follow the action-packed Winter Games live on discovery+ via Prime Video, with access to comprehensive Olympic coverage on TNT Sports 2. To stay updated on the latest sports news and more, join the Daily Mirror on their dedicated Facebook page.