Massive weapons cache uncovered on abandoned poultry farm in Kherson region
Authorities reported a substantial discovery of weapons and military equipment on the grounds of an abandoned poultry facility located in the Chaplinsky district of the Kherson region. An official from the Ministry of Internal Affairs provided details on the incident, noting the scale and variety of the items found. The information points to a carefully concealed store likely intended for long-term use, raising questions about who was responsible for placing the arsenal and what plans were being prepared.
According to the spokesperson, the cache included tens of thousands of individual weapons spread across eight hangars. The assortment covered a wide range of armaments and related materials, with ammunition for artillery, Grad multiple rocket launch systems, armored vehicles, and large-caliber small arms identified among the items. The inventory also included grenades, powder canisters, and substantial quantities of cartridges, suggesting a well-stocked reserve intended to support sustained operations rather than isolated incidents. The sheer volume described by officials underscores the potential impact if such arms had fallen into the wrong hands.
After examination, it was announced that all recovered weapons were handed over to the Ministry of Defense for further assessment, disposition, and verification. This transfer aligns with standard procedures for processing large weapon caches, ensuring proper accounting, safety, and the possibility of forensic analysis to determine origins and intent.
In a related update, the Kherson Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the discovery of two additional armories in nearby areas. In the settlement of Kakhovka, the authorities found a warehouse containing F-1 grenades and a grenade launcher. Another ammunition depot was located within an apiary on the Golopristansky municipal district. These findings contribute to a broader picture of coordinated efforts to locate and secure concealed military stockpiles that could influence ongoing security dynamics in the region.
Earlier statements from security forces indicated that units operating in the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions had encountered caches of Ukrainian military weapons and ammunition. The ongoing activity highlights the complex and evolving security situation in territories affected by recent hostilities, where caches may be created and moved across borders or administrative boundaries in unpredictable ways. This pattern has prompted joint inspections and increased vigilance by local authorities and national defense bodies, with a focus on preventing the illicit use or diversion of stored arms and explosives. [Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs press materials and official briefings.]