Polish photographers’ association ZPAF denies claims of ambulance delay after photojournalist Adam Chełstowski collapsed and died during a meeting.
Photographer Collapsed During Meeting
Photojournalist Adam Chełstowski collapsed on March 2 during a meeting organized by members of the Warsaw District of ZPAF with invited guests. Despite resuscitation attempts, his life could not be saved.
Association Denies Delay Claims
In the public sphere, information began to appear about allegedly long waiting times for an ambulance. ZPAF issued an official statement addressing these reports, declaring false information regarding the alleged 30-minute waiting time for the arrival of a medical rescue team.
Immediate Response Emphasized
The Board of the Warsaw District of the Polish Association of Artistic Photographers presented a detailed course of events, emphasizing that all actions were carried out immediately and in accordance with existing procedures. From information provided by participants and witnesses, all actions at each stage were conducted without delay and according to medical rescue standards.
Condolences Offered
The Association expressed condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased photographer. Internet users who knew the photographer also appealed to refrain from using the tragedy in current public disputes.