In Pavlohrad, in the Dnipropetrovsk region, three people were killed and at least 60 were injured as a result of a Russian attack. Preliminary reports suggest that a Shahed-type attack drone struck near the «Gulliver» shopping centre. Following the explosion, cars, shopping pavilions and a shop caught fire. A KFC, shops and a children’s playground are located near the site of the strike.
Briefly about the main points
- Three people have died in Pavlohrad.
- It is believed that the «Shahed» struck in the vicinity of the «Gulliver» shopping centre.
- Cars, pavilions and a shop were on fire.
- There were people and families with children nearby.
The strike hit a densely populated area of Pavlohrad
Russian troops attacked an area where there are commercial premises and where large numbers of people are usually present. According to preliminary reports, the strike took place in the area of The «Gulliver» Shopping Centre in Pavlohrad.
There are shops, a KFC restaurant and a children’s playground nearby. There were people on the street at the time of the attack.
Footage that has been released shows civilians trying to leave the danger zone just a few metres away from where the subsequent explosion occurred.
Two dead and at least 60 injured
According to the latest figures, Three people were killed in the attack and at least 60 were injured. Medical staff, rescue workers and law enforcement officers are at the scene. The injured are being given the necessary assistance.
Information regarding the condition of the injured and whether there are any children among the victims is currently being clarified.
After being hit, the cars and shops burst into flames
The strike caused a major fire. The fire spread to cars, retail pavilions and a shop.
Photos and videos from the scene of the attack show several burning vehicles, thick smoke and debris around the shopping area.
There are preliminary reports that Russia has deployed a strike UAV of the type Shahed. The type of weapon and the exact point of impact are to be determined by the relevant authorities.
Rescue workers are continuing to deal with the aftermath of the attack. The number of casualties may change as further details become available.
UPDATE.
The death toll has risen to four. A further 60 people were injured, including three minors.
