Pandeli Opingari , one of the most respected figures in Vlora sports and a former player for Flamurtari , passed away this Sunday after injuries sustained in a road accident two days ago, while crossing the road on the white lines in the city of Vlora.
The incident occurred on January 2 on “ Democracy ” Street, where the 96-year-old man was hit by an “ Audi ” vehicle, driven by a 22-year-old with the initials OA.
Opingari was immediately taken to the hospital and remained in intensive care for several hours, but despite the doctors' efforts, he did not survive.
Police arrested the driver of the vehicle and have initiated legal proceedings for the accident, which occurred while the elderly man was walking.
The news of the passing of Pandeli Opingari, known by athletes and friends as "Professor Pompi", has brought great pain to Vlora.
He was part of Flamurtari in the 60s and 70s, a physical education teacher, coach, and a valued name in the sports and civic community.
An entire life connected to sports and the education of young generations ended tragically due to a road accident.