Regional authorities in Belgorod, a Russian border region facing Ukraine, reported a deadly incident on Tuesday. An attack in the city of Shebekino resulted in one fatality and injuries to three other residents, according to officials familiar with the situation. The information was confirmed by regional authorities and a local governor spokesperson, who described the event as having caused direct casualties from the impact of a projectile.
The governor of Belgorod, Viacheslav Gladkov, said a civilian died as a result of a direct hit on an apartment. He added that two women received hospital treatment for shrapnel wounds to their arms and legs, while a man who was present at the scene received medical care for a concussion. The statements emphasize the immediate human cost of the attack and the ongoing concern for civilian safety in border towns near Ukraine.
In the aftermath, the strike damaged multiple dwellings and disrupted local infrastructure. Authorities noted that nearly twenty homes sustained damage, with one private residence severely impacted by a direct hit. Additionally, about ten vehicles were damaged and power lines were affected, highlighting broader disruptions to everyday life for residents in the area. The incident underscored the vulnerability of civilian targets amid cross-border hostilities and the ongoing humanitarian needs in Belgorod’s communities. (Attribution: regional government briefing and emergency services)