The driver who tried to flee from traffic police and assaulted them after being found unclothed spoke about his actions in a recorded conversation that appeared in the Myslo edition. When questioned about why he was driving nude in the presence of officers, the man claimed his outfit was a suit designed with a gorgon motif, stripes, and an emblem. He added that he had poured water over himself to wash and later said, I watered myself, I was baptized, I believe in God and I trust God. The insistence on a ritual or symbolic meaning behind the naked appearance stood in stark contrast to the reality of the moment, where a man behind the wheel was resisting lawful detention and provoking a confrontation with the police. This extraordinary sequence has stirred discussions about how drivers respond under stress and what role personal beliefs may play in such actions. — Attribution: Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Earlier, near the 228th kilometer of the M-4 Don highway, a Toyota Land Cruiser struck the barrier and continued toward Moscow. Traffic police officers reported that they had to fire at the vehicle’s wheels to halt the driver, an action taken to prevent a potential high-speed pursuit or further danger to road users. The incident prompted a formal response from law enforcement and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the reckless maneuver and the risk it posed to others on the roadway. In this case, the actions of the officers were framed within the procedures established for high-risk stops and the use of force in the pursuit of a suspect. — Attribution: Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The man, described as 39 years old and naked, engaged in an assault against the traffic inspectors as authorities attempted to take him into custody. The Investigative Committee of the Tula Region initiated a criminal case under Part 1 of Article 318 of the Russian Criminal Code, which covers the use of violence against a representative of the authorities. The legal framework makes clear that violence against law enforcement personnel is treated with seriousness, and investigators proceed with charges to determine the appropriate penalties and the full scope of the incident. This incident joins a growing number of cases where officers face assault while enforcing traffic safety laws, highlighting the ongoing importance of de-escalation, protective equipment, and clear procedural guidelines for arrests in potentially volatile situations. — Attribution: Investigative Committee of the Tula Region.
In a separate but related note, another clash that occurred in a parking lot in Tuapse resulted in a gunfight. Although the specifics differ, the event underscores how confrontations can escalate rapidly in public spaces, sometimes requiring rapid response from security personnel and law enforcement. These incidents are often investigated to understand contributing factors, including crowd dynamics, accessibility to weapons, and the effectiveness of on-site security measures. The authorities emphasize the need for careful scene management and corroborating eyewitness accounts to ensure accurate determinations of responsibility and safety measures to prevent recurrence. — Attribution: Local law enforcement.