While partygoers tried to escape the deadly inferno at Le Constellation, one young worker was trapped inside — and paid the ultimate price.
An urgent announcement has confirmed that Matthieu Aubrun, a waiter at the restaurant, is now critically injured and clinging to life after the catastrophic fire that shocked Europe.
BURNS, TOXIC SMOKE — AND A BODY PUSHED TO THE EDGE
According to medical sources, Matthieu suffered burns covering more than 25% of his body, along with severe airway damage caused by toxic smoke inhalation — one of the most dangerous and often fatal consequences of indoor fires.
Doctors say the damage to his lungs was so extensive that he was placed in a medically induced coma as his body fights to survive.
His condition is described as critical and unstable.
“EVERY BREATH IS A BATTLE”
Hospital staff reveal that the coming days will be decisive.
“The smoke destroyed his airways,” one source said. “Right now, every breath he takes is being fought for by machines.”
Friends say Matthieu was working his shift when the fire erupted — caught in the chaos, confusion, and panic as flames tore through the venue.
FAMILY’S DESPERATE PLEA AS COSTS MOUNT
With their son fighting for his life, Matthieu’s family has launched an emergency fundraising campaign to help cover mounting medical bills, long-term rehabilitation costs, and unforeseen expenses tied to his survival.
The fundraiser has sparked an outpouring of emotion online, as supporters ask the same heartbreaking question:
How did a night at work turn into a life-or-death nightmare?
A SYMBOL OF THE HUMAN COST
As investigations continue into what caused the blaze, Matthieu Aubrun’s condition has become a powerful symbol of the hidden victims of the tragedy — workers who didn’t come to celebrate, but to earn a living.
While headlines focus on flames and fatalities, one young man now lies silent in a hospital bed, his future uncertain.
THE FIGHT IS FAR FROM OVER
Doctors warn that even if he survives, recovery could take months — or years.
For now, his family waits.
The machines hum.
And Europe watches, hoping for a miracle.
One fire.
One shift at work.
One life hanging by a thread.