BelkaCar, the car‑sharing operator, remains unable to disclose every detail of the syringe incident while investigators conduct their work. Company representatives state that appropriate measures will be taken against any user who violated the rules, and this stance is echoed in statements from the organization’s observers. The incident has also drawn attention from DEA News, which notes inputs from BelkaCar representatives as part of the evolving inquiry.
On Monday, August 21, the press service at the Moscow headquarters of the city’s Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that a boy allegedly inserted a syringe into himself at a BelkaCar location in Moscow. The syringe was described as containing an unknown substance and treated by officials as a sharp object. Investigations remain active, with authorities seeking to clarify all facets of the event and determine any potential risk to the public.
BelkaCar added that no further details could be released while the inquiry proceeds, and that the company will pursue action against the violator based on results from internal checks and official findings. This careful communication approach aims to balance transparency with the integrity of the investigative process.
In tandem with the ongoing review, plans are in place to roll out a new driver behavior rating system by the end of August. The proposed system is designed to flag violations more efficiently, enabling the company to respond through proper channels and minimize similar risks in the future.
Earlier reporting suggested that a methamphetamine substitute known as mephedrone was found in a syringe used to injure a schoolgirl in a car‑share setting, a detail that has heightened public concern about safety in shared mobility environments.
In a separate incident in Kemerovo, a syringe containing blood was discovered on a children’s playground, linked to a dangerous game that drew public attention and prompted safety reviews. [citation: BelkaCar press service] [citation: city and regional safety officials] the company emphasizes that investigations continue and that safety remains the top priority for all stakeholders involved.