An explosion ripped through a bar in the historical center of Ryazan, killing one person and injuring four, the regional government said, APA reports citing TASS.
TASS has compiled the key facts about the incident.
What happened
- The explosion reportedly occurred in a lounge bar on Cathedral Street in Ryazan, the regional government said.
- It happened at 6 p.m. Moscow time.
- The blast killed one person.
- Four more people were injured. They were hospitalized with moderate injuries.
- According to preliminary data, the explosion occurred due to careless handling of a live grenade, which was mistaken for a replica.
- No fire broke out in the building.
Government reaction
- Emergency services are working at the scene. Investigators are determining the circumstances of the incident.
- Currently, police are questioning one of the victims.
