Near Pskov, a disturbing incident unfolded when the parents of a missing child confronted a PDN employee who had come to search for the youngster. Reports from Life, citing the Telegram channel Shot, describe the clash that followed as the situation escalated into violence.
According to those Telegram posts, residents of the village of Novaya in the Pustoshkinsky district informed local authorities that their neighbor’s ten-year-old son had vanished. The disappearance was said to have occurred during the summer, with the child last seen at that time.
The scene drew a small response team: a 42-year-old PDN worker, two social security representatives, and a police lieutenant. They arrived to handle the unfolding events, while the missing child’s parents were reportedly not at their home, instead sheltering in a forested area for reasons that remained unnamed. The couple could not account for the child’s whereabouts when questioned by responders.
On the way to a police station for formal processing, the authorities attempted to return the parents to their residence to collect the necessary documents. The situation rapidly shifted when the man grabbed a pitchfork and the woman seized a knife. The parents launched an attack against the PDN employee and the security personnel present at the time.
The group at the scene managed to retreat to safety after the initial assault, though all others except the PDN employee sustained injuries during the confrontation. The woman who attacked sustained ten stab wounds to the head, neck, shoulders, and arms in the ensuing struggle. Medical responders were able to provide care on site before transporting the injured to a hospital, where the victim remained in serious condition.
Following the assault, the attackers fled back into the forest. Law enforcement and social services personnel worked to restrain the assailants and secure the area, while continuing efforts to locate the missing child. The parents were detained later that day near a marshy area close to the village of Kstovo and remained in custody as search operations continued. [Citation: Shot Telegram channel]
What began as a missing-child report evolved into a violent altercation that underscored the challenges faced by responders in rural districts. Local authorities stressed the importance of maintaining safety during high-tension incidents and ensuring that family members remain coordinated with investigators. Community members were reminded to report any new information promptly to the relevant authorities to aid the ongoing search for the child. [Citation: Life report, via Shot Telegram channel]
In the broader context, the incident highlights how quickly a tense situation can escalate when emotions run high and communication breaks down. It also demonstrates the crucial role of trained responders who must de-escalate danger while preserving evidence and protecting all parties involved. Investigators continued work to understand the full sequence of events and to determine the circumstances behind the child’s disappearance, with authorities reiterating that the case remains active and unresolved. [Citation: Life report]
Observers are reminded that updates in cases like these come in waves, often through rapid, sometimes fragmented channels. The responsibility for accurate, timely information rests with official statements and verified sources, while informal posts should be approached with caution until corroborated by authorities. The community remains focused on safety and on the search operation, hoping for a swift resolution to the mystery surrounding the young boy. [Citation: Telegram channel Shot]