Investigation Opens After Part of Rostov-on-Don House Collapses
An official inquiry has begun into the partial collapse of a house in Rostov-on-Don. The information comes from the Investigative Department of the Regional Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation. The case has been opened under Part 1 of Article 293 of the Criminal Code, which covers neglect related to the demolition or collapse of a building. The announcement emphasizes that investigators are pursuing procedural control to determine the responsibility involved in the incident. Citation: Regional Investigative Committee press release.
The investigative team is actively at the scene, conducting interviews with residents and municipal staff, and reviewing the title deed along with technical documents connected to the house. The process aims to uncover all the facts surrounding the collapse, including the sequence of events and any contributing factors. The authorities note that the investigation will reveal the reasons and circumstances behind what happened as they gather more evidence. Citation: Regional Investigative Committee task force notes.
On January 27, a wall collapse affected a residential building in Rostov-on-Don, prompting the evacuation of 95 people who were in the vicinity. It was later stated that the building had appeared in records as far back as 2020 and had long been described as unsafe and potentially vulnerable to structural failure. The following day, a secondary collapse occurred at the entrance of the building, raising concerns about the overall condition and safety of the structure. Citation: Rostov regional safety bulletin and follow-up statements.
Residents of Rostov-on-Don who previously lived in the area have shared impressions of the situation surrounding the collapsed house. Their accounts contribute to a broader understanding of the building’s history and the events leading up to the incident, as officials continue to gather information from multiple sources. Citation: Local resident testimony collected by investigators.