Two policemen were killed as a result of repeated shelling of a farm in Sumy region. Four more law enforcement officers were injured. This was reported in the Telegram channel of the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko.
According to Klymenko, law enforcement officers arrived at the scene to document the previous attack.
"At that time, the enemy struck again. They aimed artillery at law enforcement officers," he said.
The bodies of two policemen were pulled from under the rubble by rescuers. In addition, four more investigators were injured. They are being provided with medical assistance.
"Police officers do not leave civilians even in the hottest spots. They constantly risk their lives, remaining faithful to their oath. And today's tragedy proves that these are not just words," he noted.
UPDATED
The number of injured police officers due to the Russian attack on Sumy region has increased to six. This was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine.
It is noted that two policemen were killed due to the shelling of the occupiers.
Six more investigators were injured and are currently in hospital.