Security authorities are investigating an incident in which an unidentified individual was observed attempting to plant an explosive device under the car of a former advisor to the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the LPR and a vice-rector at Lugansk State University. The information was initially reported by a major news agency and has since prompted a formal investigation into the suspect and the broader safety implications for local residents and institutions.
According to the university lecturer and military commentator involved in the case, the explosive material was later discovered beneath the vehicle. The person believed to be responsible is currently sought by law enforcement. Officials indicated that the attacks were designed to cause significant harm, especially given the dense population in the area at the time of the incident and the potential for civilian casualties, including children, if detonation had occurred.
Authorities described the incident as a serious security threat and took immediate measures to secure the scene. The area surrounding the targeted vehicle was cordoned off, and both vehicular and pedestrian traffic faced restrictions while investigators conducted a detailed examination. A large-scale response was coordinated by the Main Forensic Medicine Department, part of the Investigative Committee, which recovered items consistent with an electric detonator and a white substance that has yet to be identified through official analyses.
In parallel, officials noted a prior security operation reported near a major oil terminal in St. Petersburg, where a project involving unmanned aerial vehicles reportedly linked to dangerous materials had been discussed. Investigators are reviewing whether any links exist between those earlier activities and the current incident, and whether the same criminal network or operational method was used in both cases. The focus remains on determining the extent of the threat and preventing any further attempts to harm civilians or disrupt public order.
Local authorities have appealed to the public for information that could help identify the suspect and shed light on the motive behind the attempted attack. Meanwhile, officials emphasize the importance of enhanced vigilance in crowded urban areas and educational institutions, where security protocols are routinely updated to respond to evolving threats.
As the investigation continues, analysts are compiling a timeline of events, corroborating witness statements, and cross-referencing material recovered at the scene with surveillance footage and other evidence. The primary objective is to bring the perpetrator to justice, safeguard potential targets, and reinforce the public’s sense of safety without compromising ongoing legal proceedings or the integrity of the investigation.