A bomb explosion in Moscow on Wednesday resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including two police officers. The incident occurred near the site of a recent car bombing that killed Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, a senior Russian military official, just two days prior. Russian authorities have attributed that attack to Ukrainian intelligence.
According to the Russian State Investigative Committee, the police officers were responding to reports of a man behaving suspiciously when the explosion occurred. In addition to the officers, a third person was also killed, though the identity of this individual has not been disclosed. The committee has initiated criminal investigations focused on the murder of law enforcement officers and the illegal possession of explosives.
Residents in the vicinity reported hearing a loud bang. One local, identified only as Alexander, described the sound as reminiscent of the earlier car bombing. Another resident, Roza, stated that she was awakened by the explosion, noting that her building shook as a result.
Unverified reports circulating on Russian Telegram channels suggest that the bomber was among the deceased, detonating the explosive device when approached by the police. These claims remain unconfirmed by independent sources.
The blast took place in close proximity to where Lieutenant General Sarvarov was killed on March 11, 2024. Following his assassination, Russia has accused Ukraine of orchestrating the attack. Ukrainian officials have not provided any public response regarding these allegations.
The website Myrotvorets, which tracks individuals considered war criminals or traitors, updated its database to state that the 56-year-old general had been “liquidated,” further intensifying the narrative surrounding these violent incidents.
As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues into its fourth year, a series of attacks targeting Russian military figures and high-profile supporters of the war have been reported. Ukrainian military intelligence has claimed responsibility for several of these operations, contributing to the heightened tension in the region.
The situation remains fluid as authorities continue their investigations into Wednesday’s explosion and the broader implications of ongoing violence between the two nations.
