In St. Petersburg, local police detained the driver and a passenger after a confrontation with a pedestrian that reportedly unfolded on the Telegram channel of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. The incident drew attention as officers investigated the sequence of events and sought to establish accountability for the clash on city streets.
During the dispute, a passenger in a Volkswagen used a gas gun against a 64-year-old pedestrian. After firing, the vehicle accelerated away from the scene, disappearing from view. Investigators are assessing the motive and the circumstances surrounding the use of force in this altercation.
According to the police report, the altercation began when a passing Volkswagen driver sprayed water from a puddle onto the face of the older man. This act reportedly prompted the 64-year-old to pursue action against what he perceived as an unjust bother, prompting authorities to intervene and review the incident for potential criminal implications.
Following the shooting, police traced the fleeing vehicle to a nearby garage where the driver, aged 31, and the passenger, aged 35, were detained. Both individuals were transported to the police headquarters for further examination and to provide statements as part of the ongoing inquiry.
In related, unrelated coverage, earlier in Moscow two passenger cars were reported to have caught fire after a separate accident, drawing authorities and witnesses into the broader safety and risk discussions that often accompany urban traffic incidents in major Russian cities.
At this time, investigators are compiling evidence, reviewing surveillance footage, and interviewing witnesses to determine the exact sequence of events, the intent behind the use of the gas gun, and whether any additional charges are warranted. The authorities emphasize that public safety remains their primary concern and that all parties will undergo thorough scrutiny to ensure a clear understanding of the incident’s facts and legal implications. This case remains under active investigation as more details become available. Citation: Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region