Update on the St. Petersburg cafe explosion and medical status of the injured
In the aftermath of the cafe blast on Universitetskaya Embankment in St. Petersburg, medical facilities have continued to treat the injured. The latest reports indicate that 24 people remain under care in hospitals, with five patients in serious condition. Doctors and hospital staff are monitoring each case closely, applying trauma care protocols and supportive treatment to stabilize those who arrived with critical injuries.
Health authorities described the overall condition of the injured as follows: 17 individuals are considered to be in a moderate state, requiring ongoing observation, pain management, and rehabilitation measures. Two patients are judged to be in satisfactory condition, showing signs of improvement and requiring less intensive medical intervention. The remaining cases include several who are receiving targeted therapies to address specific injuries, along with standard monitoring for potential complications such as infection or organ stress related to trauma. The medical teams are coordinating with specialists to ensure timely evaluations and the adjustment of treatment plans as the situation evolves.
Earlier information noted that a total of 40 people sought medical help following the incident, including three children. This broader intake reflected the scale of the event and the immediate impact on those in the vicinity when the explosion occurred. Medical staff have continued to triage patients based on injury severity to optimize overall outcomes and ensure that the most seriously injured receive priority access to operating rooms and critical care beds wherever possible.
The explosion occurred on April 2 at a cafe along the Universitetskaya Embankment. Among the victims was a prominent war correspondent who had been reporting from the area. A local resident, a 26-year-old woman, was detained on suspicion of involvement in the incident. Investigations have focused on understanding the sequence of events leading to the blast and identifying any individuals or groups connected to it. The authorities described the incident as an act of terrorism and have indicated that the event is under formal investigation with the intent to establish all contributing factors and responsible parties.
Official statements from the Investigative Committee of Russia have suggested that the explosion may have been organized with assistance from external services. Investigators are gathering evidence from the scene, reviewing surveillance footage, and interviewing witnesses to construct a detailed timeline and determine the motive behind the attack. The classification of the incident as a terrorist act reflects the seriousness of the threat and the ongoing effort to pursue all leads that could reveal the network behind it. Police and security agencies continue to work together to enhance public safety and to support the families affected by the tragedy.