Romanian Teen Jumps From Abandoned Building During 'Ghost Hunt', Suffers Severe Injuries

A 19-year-old man suffered severe injuries after jumping from the second floor of an abandoned infectious disease hospital in Târgoviște, Romania. The incident occurred Tuesday night as the young man, visiting from Ploiești with friends, was exploring the derelict building. He reportedly panicked and jumped from a window after encountering two individuals sheltering inside.

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We were alerted around 1 AM. A 19-year-old young man had jumped from the 2nd floor. According to those involved, they were ghost hunting.

Medical officials reported the victim sustained multiple traumas, including a fractured pelvis, left leg, and facial fractures. The young man was scheduled to take his baccalaureate exams soon. The incident highlights the dangers of urban exploration, a practice involving visits to abandoned structures like old hospitals, factories, and other disused buildings.

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The patient presented with polytrauma, a fracture of the pelvis and left lower limb, and facial fracture.

Police warn that such activities carry legal consequences and serious safety risks. While urban exploration is popular, it can lead to contravention or criminal liability. Authorities advise verifying property ownership and obtaining permission before entering abandoned sites. Experts caution that these buildings pose numerous hazards, from damaged floors and unstable roofs to the risk of structural collapse.

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Although urban exploration is practiced by many people, it can attract contravention or criminal liability in certain situations. Before exploring such a place, it is recommended to check the legal status of the property and obtain the owner's consent.