Farmer in Kyiv region has found warhead of "Kinzhal" missile
In the Kyiv region, a missile disposal expert defused the warhead of a Russian missile that was accidentally discovered during fieldwork.
According to Censor.NET, this is stated in a report by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine.
A local farmer spotted the dangerous object while preparing the field for spring planting. He did not approach the object and immediately called emergency responders.
How the dangerous munition was discovered
Missile disposal experts arrived at the scene and determined that the object was the warhead of an X-47 "Kinzhal" aeroballistic missile. According to the experts, it did not detonate upon impact, posing a serious threat to people and equipment.
"The discovery was reported by a farmer who was preparing the land for planting. Fortunately, no one was injured," the rescue workers said.
Missile disposal experts carried out a controlled detonation of the munition. No casualties or damage resulted from the incident.
Public Advisory
The State Emergency Service emphasizes that even after a missile has fallen, its warhead may still be dangerous. They urge people to exercise particular caution during outdoor work.
Rescue workers ask that if you find any suspicious objects, do not touch them, move to a safe distance, and immediately notify emergency services.
- We previously reported that State Emergency Service missile disposal experts discovered and removed two warheads from a Russian Kh-101 missile in the Tetiiv community in the Kyiv region.
