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27 Apr 2018 | 10:34 PM UTC

Ukraine: Grenade explosion kills one in Kyiv April 27

Grenade explosion kills one person, wounds another in Kyiv April 27; details still emerging

Warning

Event

A grenade exploded in a car in Kyiv around 22:20 (local time) on Friday, April 27, killing one person and wounding another. The device reportedly detonated in Darnyts'kyi district on Mykhaila Drahomanova Street, 44-A. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident as an intentional murder, and localized traffic disruptions are possible near the scene. Further details are still emerging.

Advice

Individuals in Kyiv are advised to monitor developments to the situation, prepare for localized traffic disruptions near the scene of the incident, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.