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Russian Soldier Kills Fellow Serviceman, Three Civilians in Sevastopol

8/5/2026

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On August 4 2026 a Russian soldier opened fire in Sevastopol, Crimea, killing one fellow serviceman and three civilians.
The civilian victims were a 71-year-old man, a 59-year-old man and a 64-year-old woman, according to Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev.
Three other people, including a second serviceman, were wounded as authorities arrested the attacker and began an investigation.
Razvozhayev urged the public to stay calm, rely on official information and avoid spreading rumors.

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On August 4 2026 a Russian soldier opened fire in Sevastopol, Crimea, killing one fellow serviceman and three civilians.
The civilian victims were a 71-year-old man, a 59-year-old man and a 64-year-old woman, according to Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev.
Three other people, including a second serviceman, were wounded as authorities arrested the attacker and began an investigation.
Razvozhayev urged the public to stay calm, rely on official information and avoid spreading rumors.