A tragic event has shaken the community of Durrës after a 15-year-old boy, identified as Erjon Boba, lost his life days after being gravely injured in a stabbing. Reports indicate that the youth had been attacked with a knife by a peer, sustaining life-threatening wounds to vital organs.
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| Main Entrance of the Durres Hospital |
Initial medical attention was provided at Spitali Rajonal Durrës, where surgeons reportedly intervened immediately, operating on the adolescent in an effort to save his life.
In light of widespread media speculation — and claims by family members — that the lights went out during the operation, the hospital released an official statement. According to the declaration, there was no interruption of electrical power during the surgery. All life-supporting devices operated on redundant backup systems, including automatic generators and internal battery reserves, ensuring full continuity.
The statement clarifies that at no point was there a blackout in the operating theatre or the intensive-care unit. Hospital elevators were functional, maintained under active contracts, and all critical infrastructure was covered by immediate intervention protocols in case of failure.
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Medical staff further noted that the young patient had arrived in a state of severe shock, with hemorrhagic trauma and critical organ damage. The surgical team performed an emergency procedure aimed at stabilizing him, with initial success in restoring hemodynamic stability. However, due to the severity of his injuries — including damage to the heart and other vital organs — complications ensued. According to the hospital, the subsequent tragic outcome was a result of the critical condition and traumatic cardiac arrest, not a power failure.
The death of Erjon has stirred deep anguish among relatives, friends, and the entire community. Many have raised questions, seeking accountability and demanding clarity over the circumstances. The hospital’s statement attempts to address a specific and serious concern regarding possible technical failures during surgery. Yet the grief remains, as does a call for justice and better safety standards.
This tragic case also reignites broader discussions about youth violence, school and community security, and the vulnerabilities of adolescents exposed to social media conflicts. Political figures and audit bodies had recently raised alarms over insecurity and insufficient protections in schools and youth environments.
As investigations and public scrutiny continue, the hospital says it remains committed to full cooperation with authorities and to ensuring transparency. Meanwhile, thousands in Durrës and across Albania express sorrow and solidarity with the family of the deceased teenager, calling for concrete steps to prevent such tragedies in the future.