A prisoner attacks Russian prison guards on a Vladikavkaz-Adler train in Kabardino-Balkaria, killing one officer and injuring three others.
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A prisoner attacks Russian prison guards on train in Kabardino-Balkaria after reportedly seizing a service firearm from an escort officer during transit. One Federal Penitentiary Service (FSIN) officer was killed and three others were wounded in the incident, according to the FSIN press service. The attacker was subsequently killed by other guards.
The incident occurred aboard the Vladikavkaz-Adler train, which was carrying inmates under the escort of FSIN officers, according to the Investigative Committee. The Times of Russia has compiled the available details surrounding the Russian prison guard attack.
Prisoner Attacks Russian Prison Guards on Train During Transit
According to the FSIN, the prisoner attacks Russian prison guards on train occurred near Murtazovo station while the inmate was being escorted to the restroom.
The convict allegedly attacked one of the guards and took possession of his service firearm. The prisoner then opened fire several times at the escort personnel.
The Investigative Committee confirmed that the Vladikavkaz-Adler train was transporting inmates under the supervision of FSIN officers. The incident took place during the train’s transit through Kabardino-Balkaria.
Law enforcement sources told The Times of Russia that the prisoner had previously been convicted of serious crimes under the Russian Criminal Code.
The prison service also rejected reports that a riot had taken place on the train, emphasizing that claims of a broader disturbance were false.
Investigators, law enforcement officers and forensic specialists are currently working at the scene to determine the complete circumstances surrounding the Kabardino-Balkaria prison incident. Authorities said the situation at the location is fully under control.
Casualties in the Russian Prison Guard Attack
The Russian prison guard attack resulted in the death of one FSIN convoy officer, while three other escort officers were wounded.
There were no civilian casualties reported in the Russian prison transport attack.
A law enforcement source said one of the injured officers was in serious condition, while the other two were in moderate condition.
The prisoner responsible for the attack was neutralized by the escort guards.
The incident has therefore left one prison convoy officer dead and three others injured, with the condition of the wounded officers continuing to be assessed.
Investigation Into the Vladikavkaz-Adler Train Attack
The FSIN has launched an internal inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the Vladikavkaz-Adler train attack.
Separately, the Investigative Committee has opened a criminal case under three articles of the Russian Criminal Code. The charges concern the theft of a firearm, disruption of the operations of a correctional facility involving life-threatening violence, and an attempt on the life of a law enforcement officer.
The Kabardino-Balkaria Prosecutor’s Office is overseeing the investigation.
Authorities are continuing to establish the full circumstances of the prisoner attack in Russia, including the events that led to the prisoner gaining access to the service weapon and opening fire on the escort personnel.
FSIN Response After the Attack
Following the FSIN officers attacked during the incident, the Federal Penitentiary Service said it would provide assistance to the family of the deceased officer as well as to the three injured guards.
The prison service has also emphasized that the situation is under control and that reports describing the incident as a riot on the train are incorrect.
The investigation and internal inquiry remain ongoing as authorities work to establish all details surrounding the prisoner attacks Russian prison guards on train incident.
The Times of Russia will continue to report on developments related to the investigation as further information becomes available.
