A resident of the Donetsk People’s Republic was detained on charges of illegal possession of weapons, ammunition, and explosives. The incident was confirmed by authorities and followed standard procedures for assessing the scope of the possession and ensuring community safety.
During a search at the suspect’s residence, several items were found and subsequently seized. These included a Makarov pistol, three gas pistols, a 12‑gauge smoothbore shotgun, and a mixed cache of ammunition totaling around 220 rounds in various calibers. Also recovered were a compact RPG‑22 grenade launcher and an RKG grenade, alongside components intended for producing ammunition for firearms. The discovery underscored the potential for serious harm if such items were misused, prompting swift action by investigators.
Among the seized weapons, the most notable item was the RPG‑22 Netto disposable anti‑tank grenade launcher, recognized for its potential danger in civilian settings. The presence of this launcher highlighted the heightened risk associated with illicit possession and transport of military‑grade devices within residential areas.
In a separate report, a pensioner in the region faced probation after a prior case involving gunpowder inherited from a family member. This case served as a reminder of the blurred lines that can occur with inherited or legacy materials when proper safety protocols are not observed.
In another instance from a village area, inspectors found a jar containing a dark gray granular substance. Tests identified the substance as smokeless hunting powder stored in a domestic container, illustrating how easily seemingly ordinary items can raise alarms when found in unusual quantities or contexts.
Earlier, authorities reported a case involving an arsenal of weapons concealed beneath a dwelling floor in a distant region. The investigation into such concealment underscored the ongoing challenge of detecting hidden caches and the need for thorough searches in both urban and rural settings to prevent weapon trafficking and stockpiling.