In Krasnoyarsk, authorities are examining a violent confrontation aboard a city bus involving three passengers. One participant deployed a gas canister and then fired a traumatic pistol at the others, according to information disseminated through the Telegram channel maintained by the regional ministry of internal affairs. The incident prompted an immediate response from law enforcement, who began collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses to establish the sequence of events, motives, and any potential links between the individuals involved.
According to a police statement, during the altercation a man born in 1977 first released the gas canister, creating confusion and injuring at least one passenger, before firing a traumatic pistol at his rivals. The confrontation escalated quickly, resulting in injuries to two individuals. The police note that the exact chemical exposure, the type of gas used, and whether any protective equipment was employed are key elements being scrutinized to understand the immediate health risks and the broader safety implications for public transport riders.
Medical responders arrived at the scene and provided necessary care to one of the injured passengers on site. The second victim required further treatment at a healthcare facility, while the attacker was swiftly located by officers, detained, and is currently under interrogation to determine intent, whether the act was premeditated, and if there were any prior warnings or threats linked to the individuals involved in the incident.
Video footage circulated on the Telegram channel PE Krasnoyarsk captures elements of the incident: the bus slows at a stop, and passengers rush to exit, signaling a moment of panic and rapid evacuation. In a separate frame, observers can witness the moment the weapon was employed, prompting investigators to examine the duration of the incident, the collateral damage, and potential risk to bystanders and transit personnel. Authorities are reviewing the videos for corroboration of witness statements and to construct a precise timeline of events for legal proceedings.
Earlier reports indicated another troubling event involving a bus containing schoolchildren in Armenia, reportedly falling into a river. Investigators are not drawing connections between the two incidents at this stage, and they emphasize the need for careful verification of all details as inquiries continue across jurisdictions, with a focus on public safety, the protection of civilians on mass transit, and the accountability of individuals who threaten the welfare of passengers.