A tragic incident captured the hearts of many when a young woman, Arina Glazunova, unknowingly recorded her final moments during a night out in Tbilisi, Georgia. The 24-year-old from Moscow met her untimely end on September 27, 2024.
In the now-viral video, Arina is seen joyfully singing along to the song ‘For The Last Time’ by the popular Russian boyband Hunger Boys. The poignant lyrics resonate with a heartbreaking finality: “No, I’m not waiting for you, but know that I loved for the last time, for the last time.”
What began as a celebratory evening took a devastating turn when Arina tragically fell over a wall into an underground passage. The video poignantly captured the shocked reaction of her friends and Arina’s haunting screams before the recording abruptly ceased.
Community Mourns the Loss of Arina Glazunova
The news of Arina’s passing has led to an outpouring of grief online. Social media tributes flooded in, with one mourner expressing, “I’m so sorry for the young woman… she should never have died.” Another friend wrote, “Rest in peace, Arina.” Local residents and friends have since gathered at the tragic site, laying flowers and messages in her memory.
The fatal accident occurred near Republic Square in Tbilisi, where Arina was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries, including severe head trauma and a broken neck. Unfortunately, she succumbed to her injuries hours later.
Safety Concerns and Public Outcry
This heartbreaking incident has ignited concerns regarding the safety of the site. Images highlighting the inadequate 30-centimeter-high parapet have circulated, driving criticism and calls for action from the public.
A sign at the location reads: “On September 27, at 2:30 a.m., a tragedy occurred in this place. Arina Glazunova was walking with a friend and taking a video when she stepped over the parapet, fell, and broke. Arina died at the hospital at 9:15. The height of the underground parapet is 30 centimeters, which is a violation of building norms. We call on the city to correct this error so that no one else gets hurt. Please make this incident public. Please share this with your friends and be careful!”
Local resident Dato Akobia added his warning, stating, “Anyone could fall over that wall.”
City Officials Respond to Outrage
In response to the public outcry, Tbilisi’s City Hall addressed the situation, clarifying that the underpass was built during the Soviet era in accordance with the standards of that time. Mayor Kakhi Kaladze and other officials have committed to ensuring that current construction projects adhere to modern safety standards.
Furthermore, an investigation into Arina’s tragic death is reportedly underway to determine if any violations occurred, aiming to ensure that similar incidents do not happen in the future.