12‑year‑old Angelina was severely injured when she was struck by a stray bullet during a Christmas celebration at her grandparents' home in Villa Sarmiento, Buenos Aires. The incident happened at 12:05 a.m., when the family was enjoying fireworks and the joy of the holiday’s start. According to Angelina’s uncle, the girl was simply watching the display, not engaging in any risky activity. The projectile lodged inside her body, and she is now hospitalized at Ramos Mejía Clinic with the bullet still inside.
The uncle described the moment of impact: “It was fast and the speed of events really shocked me.” Despite the seriousness of a gunshot wound, he says Angelina is “better and stable” and that the bullet has not damaged her motor function. The child is sedated and under strict observation, with the area inflamed. The uncle has asked for prayers so the girl can “live calmly” after overcoming the trauma.
The family remains hopeful that the damage is not irreversible. The incident has caused concern in the community and serves as a reminder of the importance of safety at public events.