Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih - Death toll rises
Photo: medics at the scene in Kryvyi Rih (t.me/dnipropetrovskaODA)
Yesterday evening, on April 4, the Russians launched a ballistic strike on Kryvyi Rih. The number of casualties from the attack continues to rise, according to the head of the city's Defense Council, Oleksandr Vilkul, and the head of Dnipro Regional Military Administration, Serhii Lysak.
"According to the results of the missile attack, as of midnight, unfortunately, there are already 18 dead, including 9 children. There are 56 injured," wrote Vilkul.
It was also noted that about an hour ago, the city began to be attacked by drones, resulting in fires at four impact sites. Vilkul informed that as of now, the consequences of the attack are still being dealt with.
"Regarding the Shahed attack, we are working on mitigating the aftermath. Detailed information will follow later," the message states.
Vilkul also shared photos of the consequences of the Shahed attack. In particular, a children's playground was damaged.
Updated at 01:36 AM Kyiv time
"61 injured as a result of a missile attack on Kryvyi Rih. Among them, 12 children. 40 residents are in hospitals. The rest are under outpatient care," the Regional Military Administration reported.
Russia's strike on Kryvyi Rih
Yesterday evening, Russians launched a ballistic missile, reportedly an Iskander, at Kryvyi Rih. It struck a street near a children's playground. The attack caused damage to a restaurant, at least 29 apartment buildings, garages, and several cars were destroyed.
Later, Oleksandr Vilkul explained that the missile launched by Russia exploded in the air near the children's playground. He clarified that these are special missiles with an airburst designed to cause more casualties.
