Three teenagers were injured on Monday evening following an armed confrontation in the “Banesa” neighborhood of Elbasan, central Albania, according to preliminary information.

Authorities said the incident began as a dispute between several young people before escalating into the use of a firearm, leaving three teenagers wounded. The injured individuals were urgently transported to the Regional Hospital of Elbasan, where they are receiving medical treatment.

Following reports of the incident, multiple police units arrived at the scene, cordoned off the area and launched an investigation to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The motives behind the conflict remain unclear, while police are working to identify and apprehend those involved in the incident.

Authorities are expected to release an official statement with further details, including information on the identities of the injured teenagers and their current health condition.