Russians shell Druzhba town in Sumy region, 8-year-old child wounded

This was reported by the regional prosecutor's office on Facebook, Ukrinform reports.

According to the investigation, the occupiers shelled Druzhba with artillery at about 10 a.m. on 17 August.

"As a result of the occupiers‘ attack, an 8-year-old boy was wounded by shrapnel, the child's life is not in danger," the statement said.

Law enforcement officers are documenting the consequences of the shelling.

A pre-trial investigation is underway into the violation of the laws and customs of war (Part 1 of Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine).

Photo: Sumy Regional Prosecutor's Office

As reported, on the morning of 17 August, the Russian army launched a missile attack on Sumy. Two people were injured. According to police, 15 cars, 5 multi-storey buildings and a shopping centre were damaged.