Romania: Police responding to vehicle-ramming incident at the Russian Embassy in Bucharest April 6

Event

An emergency response and police investigations are ongoing in Bucharest the morning of April 6 after an earlier vehicle-ramming incident at the Russian Embassy. Details are emerging, but the driver has died at the scene; their motive is unclear. The vehicle reportedly drove through barricades outside the embassy before striking the gates of the compound; the vehicle did not gain access to the embassy grounds. No other casualties were reported.

A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions are likely in the affected area over the coming hours. Access to the embassy may be restricted.

Advice

Exercise caution in the affected area. Allow additional time for travel in the vicinity. Reconfirm appointments scheduled at the Russian Embassy April 6.