Kharkiv Region: Woman Dies Due to Explosion of Russian Drone in Her Hands.
According to inkorr.com: A tragedy occurred in the Kharkiv district: a woman died after touching a Russian drone. The incident happened on November 14 in the village of Hoptivka, in the Derhachi community. The explosion of the dangerous object occurred when the woman came into contact with it. Law enforcement is currently investigating the circumstances of the case.
"An elderly woman, driven by her fatal curiosity, picked up the Russian drone, which eventually exploded. Unfortunately, as a result, she sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene," said Zadořenko.
The Kharkiv region police reported that this drone was discovered by a pensioner near the entrance of her building.
Previous Explosion Cases
It is also worth mentioning that recently in the Chernihiv region, two teenagers became victims of an explosion caused by the debris of a Russian drone.
In addition, tragic cases occurred in the Borznyanska community of the Nizhyn district of Chernihiv region during agricultural work. As a result of an explosion caused by a Russian drone, two men were killed.
This tragedy in the Kharkiv region once again highlights the dangers posed by drones left in occupied territories. Law enforcement emphasizes the need to adhere to safety measures and be cautious, as dangerous objects may remain in domestic settings and pose a threat to life.
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