Elevated radiation levels detected on wreckage of drone used by Russia to attack Chernihiv region – SSU. PHOTOS
Elevated radiation levels were detected on fragments of a Russian missile that the occupiers used to arm a modified Geran-2 attack drone during an attack on the Chernihiv region on the night of 7 April.
This was reported by the SSU press service, Censor.NET reports.
What is known?
The report concerns fragments of an R-60 air-to-air missile found near the village of Kamka.
It was established that Russian forces use such missiles during massive attacks to target Ukrainian aircraft and helicopters intercepting enemy UAVs.
"During a radiation survey, a gamma radiation level of 12 microSv/h was recorded in the immediate vicinity of the wreckage of the enemy UAV with the missile, which significantly exceeds the natural background radiation level and poses a threat to human health," the Security Service said.
The missile’s warhead was made safe and transported to a radioactive waste storage site.
It has been established that the warhead of the Russian missile contains depleted uranium, striking elements identified as uranium-235 and uranium-238.
The SSU has now launched a pre-trial investigation under Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (war crimes).
Appeal to citizens
"Given the toxicity and radioactivity of depleted uranium, we urge citizens to be especially careful if they discover fragments of UAVs, missiles or other munitions. Damaged or burned munitions pose the greatest danger, as they may release radioactive dust that is hazardous to people and the environment.
If such objects are found, do not approach them, touch them or move them. Move to a safe distance and immediately report the discovery via the hotlines: SSU – 15-16, SES – 101 or National Police – 102," the SSU added.
