On November 2, 2026, reports emerged from Petropavlivska Borschahivka in Kyiv region claiming that 40 people were being held hostage. However, police have stated that this information is not true.
Official Police Response
The Kyiv region police denied the claims of illegal detention of individuals in a basement and the death of a citizen. According to their data, there were no fatalities or injuries at the scene. Law enforcement officials indicated that they received a call from medical personnel who were unable to access a man needing assistance.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred near a private house where, according to police, servicemen from one of the National Guard of Ukraine units were present. Police leadership and National Guard command are on-site to clarify all circumstances. Local residents gathered near the house, trying to enter, claiming that violent acts were taking place inside.
Public Advisory
The police urged citizens to rely only on official sources of information and to refrain from spreading unverified reports. The situation remains under control, and law enforcement continues to work on clarifying the circumstances that led to the panic among the local population.