Elderly Man Injured by Air Defense Bullet in Konotop During Drone Attack

On September 30 in Konotop, during the downing of enemy Shahed drones, a 79-year-old man sustained a gunshot wound: an air defense round hit his abdomen. The incident occurred in the city center during active air raid alert. The injured man was immediately transported to the hospital, where he is now being prepared for emergency surgery.

According to city mayor Artem Semenikhin, the strike on the city caused serious damage to critical infrastructure and posed a threat to the civilian population.

The Injured Person and the Situation in the City

“The bullet passed clean through the abdomen”

In the city hospital, the necessary procedures are being performed, doctors are providing emergency care and monitoring the patient’s condition. In addition, damage to critical infrastructure facilities has been recorded, leading to temporary disruptions in some city services.

According to the city leader, the situation is under control, investigations and checks into the causes of the strike are underway. Authorities urge residents to follow safety rules during air alerts and to stay in shelters until the situation stabilizes.

Public Safety and the Next Steps

“So let us not stay near windows or outdoors while the guys are at work”

The city administration emphasizes the importance of calm and prudent behavior during air threats, as well as a swift return to normal life after the strikes. Information about the injured person’s condition and the subsequent development of events will be provided officially as new data becomes available.