Deadly explosion in Ukraine dorm kills 15-year-old, leaves two in critical condition
Photo: An explosion occurred in a dormitory in Kramatorsk (facebook.com DSNSKyiv)
An explosion occurred in a dormitory in Ukraine's Kramatorsk, Donetsk region. One child died in the accident, and two others sustained severe injuries, reports the Donetsk Regional Police.
The tragedy happened yesterday evening in a local dormitory. A 15-year-old boy died in the hospital. Doctors are fighting for the lives of his 13-year-old brother and another 15-year-old boy.
The investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause of the explosion.
It is known that around 4 PM Kyiv time, two underage brothers were in a friend's room when the explosion occurred.
Preliminary information indicates that an explosive device detonated.
The children were urgently hospitalized with multiple shrapnel wounds and fractures.
"Unfortunately, one boy’s heart could not withstand the injuries. Two others are in serious condition. In addition, a 6-year-old boy was taken to the emergency room. He was near the window of the room when the explosion occurred. The child was diagnosed with abrasions and bruises, and there is no threat to life," police added.
A criminal case has been opened, and a pretrial investigation is underway.
Cases involving injured children
Last month, an explosion occurred in a house in Ukraine's Kherson region due to careless handling of ammunition. An 8-year-old boy died as a result.
Earlier this spring, an unknown object exploded in the hands of a child in Svitlovodsk, Kirovohrad region. The girl was injured.
Ukraine has even created the website Superteam Against Mines. It uses games, comics, and cartoons to teach children safety rules.
