A bomb explosion in Moscow on Wednesday resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including two police officers, who were responding to a suspicious person near the site of a recent high-profile assassination. The incident occurred just two days after the car bombing of Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, a senior Russian military figure, which Russia attributed to Ukrainian intelligence.
According to the Russian State Investigative Committee, the two officers approached a man displaying erratic behavior when he detonated an explosive device. A third victim was also reported, although details regarding their identity remain undisclosed. The investigation is underway, focusing on charges related to the murder of law enforcement personnel and illegal bomb trafficking.
Residents in the vicinity described the explosion as a loud bang, reminiscent of the car bombing earlier in the week. One local, identified only as Alexander, recounted the moment to Reuters television, stating, “It was a loud bang – like with the car a few days ago.” Another resident, Roza, mentioned that she was jolted awake by the blast, noting that her entire building seemed to shake.
Unverified reports from Russian Telegram channels indicated that the bomber may have been among the deceased, suggesting he detonated the device when confronted by officers. These claims, however, have not been independently confirmed by Reuters.
The explosion occurred near the location where General Sarvarov was killed on March 11, 2024. His assassination has been linked to a series of attacks on prominent Russian military figures, a trend that has intensified during the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian military intelligence has claimed responsibility for various attacks on Russian officials, although there has been no official response from Ukraine regarding this latest incident.
In the aftermath of General Sarvarov’s death, the Ukrainian website Myrotvorets updated its database, labeling the 56-year-old general as “liquidated.” This entry underscores the ongoing tensions and hostilities as both sides navigate a fraught military landscape.
As investigations continue, the implications of these violent incidents resonate beyond the immediate tragedy, reflecting the broader context of the conflict that has persisted for nearly four years.
