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Russian army attacks Sumy with missiles: 2 people injured

8 September, 2023 Friday
15:43

On the morning of Friday, Russian terrorists attacked Sumy. The missile attack injured two people and destroyed a house

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The State Emergency Service reports.

"Rescuers immediately arrived at the scene. According to preliminary information, a two-story residential building was destroyed, more than 20 houses and 8 vehicles were damaged, and a fire broke out over a large area," the statement reads.

It is noted that there were two people under the rubble. Rescuers rescued a man and a woman from the rubble.

Later, the Prosecutor General's Office clarified that as a result of the attack, one private house was destroyed to the ground, a 64-year-old woman and a 70-year-old man were injured. Neighboring houses were also damaged.

"Under the procedural guidance of the Sumy Regional Prosecutor's Office, a pre-trial investigation into the violation of the laws and customs of war (Part 1 of Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine) has been initiated," the prosecutors added.

The Sumy Regional Military Administration reported the missile attack.

"In Sumy, Russian terrorists launched a missile attack on the private sector. A private house was destroyed," the statement said.

It is noted that all services are currently working at the scene. People are being provided with the necessary assistance.

Later, the administration clarified that 6 private houses were also damaged.

Earlier, the Sumy Regional Military Administration reported on the work of the air defense system.

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