Shelling of a geriatric nursing home in Sumy: what is known about the attack's aftermath

The Russian army shelled a geriatric nursing home in Sumy, hitting the building with a Russian shell. Fortunately, there are no casualties.

This was reported by "Suspilne Sumy."

Details

It is noted that 221 elderly people resided in the nursing home. An evacuation is currently underway.

"There are wounded, some of them in serious condition; they have been hospitalized. There are no casualties," said Volodymyr Artyukh, Head of the Sumy Regional Military Administration.

The State Emergency Service of Sumy region detailed that the number of injured as a result of the strike on the nursing home has risen to 12 people.

"The technical and fifth floors have been partially destroyed. A total of 147 people have been evacuated from the building. There are no people trapped under the rubble," the agency reported.

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