Two Teens Injured In Belgorod After Cutting WWII Shell; Similar Finds Reported In Moscow
In the Belgorod region, two 17-year-olds sustained injuries while attempting to cut into an artillery shell dating back to the Great Patriotic War. The incident was reported by a Telegram channel belonging to the regional governor, Vyacheslav Gladkov, who confirmed the events and provided preliminary details on the injuries.
According to the governor, the teenagers were cleaning up garbage in their yard when they came across an old bullet. Curious about the object, they decided to cut it open. The act triggered an explosion, resulting in one teen receiving a mild concussion, while the other suffered shrapnel wounds to both legs and the left arm. The injured teen was transported to a hospital for medical evaluation and treatment.
Earlier reports noted a separate discovery in Moscow, specifically in the Yasenevo district, where residents found a bullet believed to date from the era of the Great Patriotic War. Local authorities and security services are reviewing the artifact to determine its age and potential risk.
Channel coverage indicated that the shell found in Moscow appeared rusty and was located during a routine cleanup in the vicinity. In response, the area around the discovery was cordoned off and safety measures were put in place as experts and hazardous-material teams prepared to assess the situation. Hunters were expected to arrive to assist with the safe handling and disposal of the device.
Additional reports from Shot described another incident the previous day, in which an unknown bullet was found at CHPP-20 on Vavilov Street in Moscow. Subsequent examination confirmed that the found object was an ammunition item from the Great Patriotic War era. The authorities emphasized the importance of leaving such finds untouched and notifying emergency services rather than attempting to handle them at home.
Experts note that many World War II-era munitions can remain dangerous for decades, even when they look harmless or are partially buried. The safest course of action is to avoid touching suspicious objects and to maintain a safe distance until professionals arrive. In the wake of these discoveries, local residents are reminded to exercise caution in any area that appears to contain old ordnance or unexploded shells. The combination of curiosity and proximity to potentially explosive artifacts can lead to severe injuries, as the Belgorod incident demonstrates. (Source: channel reporting and official statements by regional authorities)
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances that led to these finds and the explosions that followed. In Belgorod, responders are reviewing the site where the shell was located, assessing collateral damage, and ensuring that the surrounding area remains secure while the victims receive medical care. The events have raised renewed attention to the ongoing risk posed by relics from past conflicts, especially in communities that still encounter aging munitions in yards, basements, gardens, or construction sites. (Attribution: Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov’s communications and city safety briefings)