Police Seize Weapon After 12-Year-Old Boy Shot in Nizhyn

Shooting Incident in Nizhyn

According to Главком: A 12-year-old boy was shot in the leg in Nizhyn, Chernihiv Oblast, with what is believed to be a non-lethal firearm. Police received the report on the afternoon of April 20. The victim was taken to a hospital, where he received medical treatment. According to doctors, the boy's life is not in danger.

An investigative team and juvenile police officers from the Chernihiv Oblast National Police immediately arrived at the scene. Authorities are working to establish the circumstances of the incident and determine its legal classification. The pistol used in the shooting has been seized and sent for forensic examination.

Incident Details

According to an 11-year-old boy, he found the object three days prior, took it home, and hid it. On April 20, his 12-year-old friend came to visit. The shot was fired while the children were examining the pistol. This incident highlights the dangers of unsecured weapons, particularly when accessible to minors. In a separate but related development, under the procedural guidance of the Kryvyi Rih Northern District Prosecutor's Office, an 18-year-old man has been notified of suspicion for shooting at minors on public transport.

This case underscores the critical importance of safely handling objects that could be dangerous, especially when children are present. Police continue their investigation to clarify all circumstances of the event and prevent similar incidents in the future. It is vital for the community to pay attention to safety issues and the control of hazardous items in domestic settings.

This incident in Nizhyn is part of a troubling trend involving minors and firearms. A recent case in Uzhhorod highlights similar concerns, where a ninth-grader shot a classmate at school. Such events raise critical questions about the safety and regulation of weapons around young people. For more on this alarming issue, see how police responded in Uzhhorod.