A Russian military official was injured in a car explosion in Moscow on Wednesday morning, according to the state agency TASS. The incident is being investigated as a possible bombing, with several Russian figures supportive of the assault on Ukraine having been targeted in similar attacks recently. This pattern has led to suspicions that Kyiv may be involved.
The injured individual, Andrei Torgachov, who participated in the special military operation in Ukraine, sustained severe injuries, including the loss of a foot, while his wife suffered from shrapnel wounds. The explosion occurred in a parking lot in northern Moscow, as confirmed by Irina Volk, spokesperson for the Russian Interior Ministry. The authorities have not released details regarding Torgachov's military rank or specific roles.
Images circulating on social media depict the aftermath of the explosion, showing a damaged all-terrain vehicle. Surveillance footage shared by the Telegram channel Mash shows a man appearing to place an object beneath the vehicle prior to the explosion. The investigation is ongoing, with police working to identify the perpetrators and understand the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
