In St. Petersburg, a tense incident unfolded when an individual began firing at a bus during a period of unrest, drawing immediate attention from local authorities. The regional directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the event, noting that officers were promptly informed and then arrived at the scene to assess the situation and provide any necessary support to those nearby.
Later that evening, in the Vsevolozhsk district, a bus operator reported to authorities that shots had been fired inside bus number 476. Upon arrival, police representatives found that a dispute among several passengers had escalated into a physical confrontation, and at some point a shooter targeting a passenger materialized amid the chaos. The incident left a 45-year-old passenger wounded, prompting urgent medical attention and a careful scene examination by responding officers.
The bus was brought to a halt to ensure passenger safety, and everyone exited from the vehicle as investigators began their work. The assailant fled the scene, leaving responders to secure the area and document the sequence of events. The wounded individual was transported to a hospital for treatment and subsequently discharged after evaluation indicated a stable condition. The authorities stressed the importance of preserving evidence and conducting a thorough review to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident and any potential charges that may follow based on the findings.
Later in the night, another person tied to the dispute contacted law enforcement. A 20-year-old resident of the Vsevolozhsk district disclosed that the confrontation on the bus involved the use of a Pioneer aerosol device by him against his opponent. In connection with this admission, an official report was prepared in relation to an administrative offense under the applicable Russian code. The aerosol device was seized as part of the ongoing investigation, and authorities announced that a decision regarding potential criminal proceedings would be determined after a comprehensive assessment of the evidence collected at the scene and from the parties involved.
Earlier in the day, traffic disruptions were reported on the Moscow Ring Road due to a separate major accident, which had caused a temporary halt to departures in that area and led to a controlled hold on traffic until conditions allowed for a safe continuation of travel. Authorities reminded the public to remain vigilant and to follow official instructions to minimize risk while commuting in areas experiencing elevated activity and incidents requiring police response.