Tragedy at the youth center: 13-year-old dies after collapsing on the field

Mourning in San Paolo, in the Brescia area, following the death of a 13-year-old boy who collapsed while playing soccer. The tragedy occurred on Wednesday at the parish youth center in Cremezzano, according to ANSA: the boy was playing with some friends on the local parish’s soccer field when he suffered cardiac arrest and suddenly collapsed to the ground.

Medical personnel were immediately notified, and CPR was performed for an extended period in an attempt to save the boy. He was then transported by helicopter to the Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital in Bergamo, where he was admitted in critical condition.

Despite all the doctors’ efforts, his condition worsened until he passed away.

The municipal administration of San Paolo expressed its condolences for the tragic event, stating it was “deeply saddened by the young man’s untimely and sudden passing.” The City stands with the family, “conveying the sentiments of solidarity from the entire community of San Paolo.”