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16 Jun 2018 | 04:35 PM UTC

Russia: Taxi drives into crowd in Moscow June 16

Taxi hits crowd of people in Moscow June 16, injuring at least eight people; terrorism not suspected

Warning

Event

A taxi reportedly hit a crowd of people on a sidewalk on Ilyinka Street in Moscow on Saturday, June 16. According to initial police reports, at least eight people were injured in the incident. The driver has been detained by the police and an investigation is ongoing; terrorism is not currently suspected.

Advice

Individuals in Moscow are advised to remain vigilant, avoid the area of the accident until the situation normalizes, and report any suspicious actions or behavior to the authorities.