A severe incident unfolded on a street in the Primorsky Territory when a driver opened fire during a tense traffic dispute. Local authorities from the regional Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that the confrontation occurred on Komarova Street in Ussuriysk, drawing immediate police attention. The conflict involved drivers of a RAM 1500 pickup and a Toyota Corolla Axio, and it began over who should proceed first in the line of traffic.
According to investigators, the RAM 1500 driver discharged several shots into the air during the dispute. It is believed the shots were fired using a firearm that could be categorized as a cold weapon. After the incident, police moved quickly to identify and detain the RAM 1500 operator. A Kalashnikov assault rifle weapon, around 200 rounds of ammunition, and a traumatic pistol were among the items seized at the scene. The seizure underscores the seriousness of the confrontation and the potential danger posed to bystanders and other road users. The case has been charged as hooliganism, and the court subsequently imposed a substantial fine of 505,000 rubles on the offender.
The event in Ussuriysk is not an isolated case in the region. Earlier reports describe a separate incident in Zlatoust, located in the Chelyabinsk region, where traffic police detained a man who allegedly stole a taxi while the licensed driver slept in the cabin. Administrative protocols were prepared under provisions related to drunk driving and resisting a lawful police request. A court ordered the driver to be held in custody for 19 days, and authorities opened a criminal case for theft connected to the episode.
In a related case outside the Primorsky Territory, another report mentions a driver in the Novosibirsk region accusing traffic police of theft, alleging that beer and money were taken from a Gazelle cargo vehicle. These reports reflect ongoing concerns about road safety, lawful conduct, and the handling of criminal activity connected to day-to-day transportation operations. [Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs]
Authorities continue to investigate these incidents to determine precise timelines, responsible parties, and any additional charges that may follow from the events. The overarching message from regional law enforcement emphasizes accountability and the protection of road users from violent or unlawful acts. [Evidence: regional reporting channels]