Russian drone hunts vendor in Ukraine's Kherson: Horrific footage revealed
Photo: A Russian drone went on a safari after a man in Kherson (Russian media)
A drone belonging to Russia's military was circling over the market in Kherson, targeting a civilian man who was simply selling vegetables, according to the Main Directorate of the National Police in the Kherson region.
What video shows
"The man in the video shows no signs of being a combatant; he is simply selling goods at the market. However, to the Russian military, he is still a target," the police say.
The video shows the man running around the van from which he was selling his goods, while the drone circles above him.
Fortunately, the 52-year-old resident of the Mykolaiv region survived. He sustained blast trauma, shrapnel wounds, and a concussion. Medical personnel are providing the victim with the necessary care.
"These images make your blood run cold and fill your heart with rage. The whole world needs to see them," the police note.
Russian drone hunts vegetable vendor in Ukraine's Kherson pic.twitter.com/crkbvmJltK
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Law enforcement officials emphasize that this is exactly how the Russians fight—they deliberately target civilians.
The police are taking steps to properly document yet another war crime committed by the Russian army.
Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine's acting Foreign Minister, responds to the incident.
"This is a deliberate and systemic Russian strategy. They know exactly what they are doing. The sadist operating this drone knows full well that he is targeting a civilian," the statement reads.
According to Sybiha, this video proves that the Russians will try to repeat the crimes committed in Bucha wherever they can reach.
Russian strikes on Kherson region
Russia is deliberately attacking the Kherson region daily.
The day before, Russia's army destroyed a unique Cossack church in the Kherson region.
The landmark held significant historical importance for the region.
Meanwhile, Russia also struck a rescue training facility in Kherson with guided aerial bombs.
