An artillery strike in central Kherson on Saturday led to the death of one man and injuries to ten others, according to local authorities. The attack occurred around 11:45 AM, as reported by the Kherson regional prosecutor’s office and regional military administration head Oleksandr Prokudin.
The artillery fire targeted a populated area, where civilians were present at the time. Among the injured were a 35-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, both of whom were hospitalized in serious condition. Medical teams are currently working to stabilize their health.
As of 5:30 PM, the regional prosecutor’s office confirmed that the total number of casualties included one fatality and ten injuries, which included a 15-year-old boy. The attacks, attributed to Russian forces, involved both artillery and drone strikes throughout the day.
Earlier that morning, at approximately 7:00 AM, a drone strike targeted a minibus in the central district of Kherson, resulting in injuries to the driver. This incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by civilians in the region amidst the ongoing conflict.
A recent artillery strike in Kherson has resulted in one death and multiple injuries among civilians. The attack highlights the ongoing dangers posed by military actions in populated areas of the region.