On March 12, 2007, a heavy accident happened on the way to Dukagjin, (name of village – KIR) where a van with 12 passengers was passing by. The van fell 80 meters down, being covered 70 centimeter by the water.
After the request from the Prefect of Shkodër, Malteser Rapid Intervention Team was ready-to-service, leaving for the accidental place at 6.20 P.M, (20 minutes after information) with thee ambulances and a van for people transportation, with the presence of 9 people from the Staff and the Volunteers. Malteser stayed at the accidental place until their presence was no more needed.
Eight people died during this accident, whether the others were immediately sent to hospital for the medical help. The dead bodies were pulled over only the next day with the coming of the divers.
At the place were present Military troupes, Special Forces of Police, Traffic police, ambulances from state services and Malteser.
After the request from the Prefect of Shkodër, Malteser Rapid Intervention Team was ready-to-service, leaving for the accidental place at 6.20 P.M, (20 minutes after information) with thee ambulances and a van for people transportation, with the presence of 9 people from the Staff and the Volunteers. Malteser stayed at the accidental place until their presence was no more needed.
Eight people died during this accident, whether the others were immediately sent to hospital for the medical help. The dead bodies were pulled over only the next day with the coming of the divers.
At the place were present Military troupes, Special Forces of Police, Traffic police, ambulances from state services and Malteser.