On September 27, 2026, an incident occurred in Sheptytsky, Lviv region, where a soldier on leave detonated a grenade during a conflict with passersby. As a result of the explosion, four people sustained injuries.
Incident Details
According to police reports, a 36-year-old serviceman, who is a local resident, detonated the grenade during an argument with passersby. The explosion took place in the afternoon, and law enforcement and medical personnel quickly arrived at the scene.
Injured Individuals
The explosion resulted in shrapnel injuries to:
- a 17-year-old woman;
- an 18-year-old woman;
- a 56-year-old woman;
- a 26-year-old man.
All injured individuals were transported to the hospital, where medical staff provided them with necessary assistance. Fortunately, none of them died.
Legal Consequences
The soldier who committed this crime faces imprisonment for a term of three to seven years. The police are conducting an investigation to clarify all circumstances surrounding the incident.