On the morning of May 16, a hostile drone struck the central area of Kharkiv, specifically in the Shevchenkivskyi district. The attack resulted in damage to two metro exits, the city’s electric transport network, a trolleybus, and a public transport stop. One resident sustained injuries.
Morning Attack Details
The drone hit a roadway in the heart of the city, impacting vital infrastructure. The damage included two entrances to the metro system and the electric transport grid.
Additionally, a trolleybus and a public transport stop were affected, leading to one reported injury among residents.
Nighttime Strikes on City Districts
Kharkiv also experienced multiple strikes during the night of May 16. At approximately 12:30 AM, a ‘Shahed’ drone targeted the Holodnohirs’kyi district.
Subsequent attacks occurred at 1:23 AM and again at 1:39 AM, both affecting the Osnovyans’kyi district. As a result of these nighttime strikes, one woman was reported injured, suffering an acute stress reaction.
A drone strike in Kharkiv's central district on May 16 caused significant damage to public infrastructure and resulted in injuries. The city also faced additional nighttime drone attacks, affecting other districts and leading to further injuries.