Zelenskyy condemns Kyiv shooting, confirms multiple casualties

INTERNATIONAL (NPA) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has condemned a deadly shooting incident in Kyiv, yesterday, where a lone gunman went on a rampage, killing and injuring several people.

Zelenskyy said at least two people were initially confirmed dead and 10 others injured, noting that the number of casualties later rose as more details emerged from the scene.

According to him, the attacker took hostages during the incident, killing one of them, while four others were shot dead on the street. One additional victim later died in hospital from injuries sustained in the attack.

“My condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims,” he said.

The president added that four hostages were successfully rescued, while at least 14 people have been reported injured, including a 12-year-old boy. He warned that the casualty figure could increase as more victims seek medical attention.

Zelenskyy said the attacker was neutralised by security operatives.

He disclosed that investigators from the National Police and the Security Service of Ukraine are examining the circumstances surrounding the attack on civilians in Kyiv.

Preliminary findings indicate that the suspect had earlier set fire to an apartment before carrying out the shooting. He was also said to have had a prior criminal record and had lived in the Donetsk region, with reports indicating he was born in Russia.

The president said all available information regarding the suspect and his motives is being thoroughly investigated.

“Every detail must be verified,” he added.