In Murom, a village that has long stood on the edge of daily upheaval, a catastrophic event unfolded amid the shelling conducted by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The town’s calm was shattered when Alexander Maslienko, a police lieutenant colonel and veteran who headed the operational response department for the Shebekinsky urban district, was killed. His death was confirmed by Vyacheslav Gladkov, the governor of Belgorod Oblast, who described Maslienko as a figure devoted to duty and the safety of his community during the crisis.
According to the governor, Maslienko was actively offering assistance to residents of Murom at the moment of the attack. He was reported to be among the first responders, moving through the village to coordinate aid, check on civilians, and ensure the safety of those most vulnerable as the shelling intensified. His presence on the ground exemplified the type of local leadership that communities rely on during periods of acute danger, especially in border regions where the strain of conflict is felt in every day-to-day interaction and every decision made in real time.
Updates on the situation continue to arrive as authorities assess the full scope of the damage and the human cost. The events in Murom are part of a broader pattern of incidents in Belgorod Oblast, where communities have faced repeated attacks and ongoing security concerns. The news release underscores the human toll of the hostilities and honors Maslienko’s commitment to public service in the face of danger, even as responders and residents alike navigate the uncertainty of the days ahead.