In Yaroslavl, local authorities reported that a man was detained after engaging in a dangerous act that endangered vehicles and bystanders. The information came from the regional Telegram channel of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and was later confirmed by on‑scene officers. A total of six cars sustained damage during the incident, raising concern among residents about road safety in the area and the level of property crime in the city.
The Dzerzhinsky city district authorities received multiple reports from residents who witnessed an unidentified person firing at cars with a makeshift weapon from a window. Police officers quickly identified a local resident suspected of using a slingshot to hurl steel projectiles toward passing vehicles. The suspect admitted to the actions, and investigators initiated formal procedures to establish the full scope of the incident and any potential risks to the community.
A protocol was created under the local statute typically applied to minor public disturbances, commonly described as petty hooliganism. The process outlines potential penalties, including a financial fine and, in some cases, administrative detention for up to 15 days. The exact outcome depends on the final assessment of intent, impact, and any repeat behavior noted by authorities.
In a separate report, authorities noted an incident in Engels, a city within the Saratov region, where a vehicle collided with a State Traffic Inspectorate employee. The event has prompted a review of traffic safety measures and enforcement procedures in the area to prevent similar collisions and to protect public servants in the line of duty. Citations: Ministry of Internal Affairs Telegram channel for the region, local police statements, and subsequent investigative updates.