Five people have been confirmed dead in a shooting incident in Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the violence.
The incident occurred in the Ukrainian capital, where multiple fatalities were reported following an exchange of gunfire. According to Zelenskyy, five individuals have been verified as deceased, though he did not specify their identities or affiliations at this time.
Officials have identified a suspect in the shooting, who is now believed to be among those killed. Norwegian broadcaster NRK reported that the person suspected of carrying out the attack has died, though it remains unclear whether they were killed by security forces or through other means.
Earlier reports from Norwegian outlet VG described the event as unfolding shortly after the shooting began, with emergency responders rushing to the scene. Dagbladet confirmed that several people were killed in the incident, aligning with the president’s later confirmation of five fatalities.
Nettavisen also reported on the developments in Kyiv, noting that the alleged perpetrator was fatally shot during the confrontation. The outlet emphasized that the individual suspected of involvement in the gunfire was neutralized by authorities.
The shooting has drawn attention due to its occurrence in Kyiv, a city that has remained a focal point of national and international concern amid ongoing regional instability. While no group has claimed responsibility, and no motive has been officially disclosed, Ukrainian authorities have launched a full investigation into the incident.
As of now, no further details about the victims or the sequence of events have been released. Security officials continue to examine evidence and interview witnesses to determine the full scope of what transpired.
