A tragic accident occurred on July 10, 2026, in Thessaloniki, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old female athlete, Anna Maria Pantazoni, who was a player for the football club PAOK. The incident took place around noon when the motorcycle, driven by her father, collided with a garbage truck on the city’s regional road. Reports indicate that the impact threw both the motorcycle and its occupants several meters away. Anna Maria succumbed to her injuries shortly after the crash.
Her father's account suggests that the collision may have resulted from the garbage truck striking them unexpectedly. He has expressed profound grief, stating, “They killed my child.” Local authorities are investigating the accident and examining whether there was any improper overtaking by the motorcycle before the collision. The driver of the garbage truck has since reported to the authorities regarding the crash.
The loss has deeply affected her family, friends, and the local football community. Anna Maria was expected to continue her career within PAOK’s first team, a dream that tragically remains unfulfilled. In response to her passing, her school, the 7th Gymnasium of Thessaloniki, has offered condolences, emphasizing the lasting memory of her spirit and the sorrow felt throughout the community.
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