In Orenburg, a boy was bitten and killed by a pack of stray dogs, a tragedy reported by the press office of the Investigative Committee for the District Investigation Department.
The incident unfolded on April 16 near a garage cooperative on Koltsevaya Street, where the boy had been out for a walk when the animals attacked.
As a result of the injuries sustained, the child died at the scene. Following his death, a criminal case was opened under the article describing negligence resulting in the death of a person.
“The investigation will provide a full legal assessment of the actions of the authorities or other persons responsible for organizing a set of measures to capture stray animals in the city of Orenburg. The press service of the Directorate coordinates the activities involved in treating stray animals within the city.”
Earlier information indicated that there were numerous stray dogs in Uglegorsk, with reports of an incident affecting an eight-year-old student.