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9-Year-Old Boy Suffers Hand Amputation in Firecracker Accident

Published January 2, 2026, 17:05
9-Year-Old Boy Suffers Hand Amputation in Firecracker Accident

A 9-year-old boy in Xanthi suffered the amputation of a finger on his hand when a firecracker exploded in his hand on New Year's Eve. The incident occurred under circumstances being investigated by police. The child was rushed to Xanthi General Hospital, where he underwent hours of surgery. Due to the severity of the injury, doctors were forced to amputate one finger. In addition, the boy also suffered eye injuries from firecracker debris and is being closely monitored by an ophthalmologist. His vision is described as stable but serious. Police are investigating how the boy gained access to the firecracker and under what circumstances the explosion occurred. The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers of using fireworks.