One police officer killed as Russians strike Kharkiv with missiles

One police officer killed as Russians strike Kharkiv with missiles

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Russian invaders have launched a targeted missile attack on central Kharkiv, killing one police officer and leaving 26 others injured.

Chief of the National Police of Ukraine Ivan Vyhivskyi announced this on Facebook, Ukrinform reports.

According to him, four civilians were also injured in the enemy attack.

"The deceased man is police colonel Andrii Matviienko. I express my sincere condolences to the loved ones of our colleague who lost his life while on duty. This was police service in front-line Kharkiv, which is associated with everyday risk to life. I wish a speedy recovery to all the wounded," Vyhivskyi said.

Police officers are working at the scene, providing assistance to the victims and documenting this war crime.

Photo: Ivan Vyhivskyi / Facebook

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