On October 19, 2026, a tragedy occurred in Kryvyi Rih: as a result of an attack on an industrial facility, two people died and four others were injured, including a 15-year-old boy.
Details of the Attack
The attack was carried out by Russian forces using a parcel bomb that struck an industrial site in the Pokrovskyi district. It is known that not only workers at the facility were affected, but also civilians who were nearby.
Injured and Their Condition
As of the morning of October 19, the number of injured has risen to four:
- Two men;
- One woman;
- One 15-year-old boy.
One of the injured, a 39-year-old man, is in serious condition. All the injured have been hospitalized for medical assistance.
Impact on Infrastructure
The attack also caused damage to at least eight high-rise buildings and a college. Windows in these buildings were shattered, indicating the force of the blast. Local authorities have already begun assessing the damage and providing assistance to those affected.