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Krasnogorsk Boy, 10, Injured by Explosive Disguised as Gift with 10‑Ruble Note

Russia's Investigative Committee confirmed the device's disguise, with an inquiry underway.

Overview

  • The explosion occurred on the evening of November 11 near a residential building in Krasnogorsk in the Moscow region.
  • Investigators report the child picked up an unknown explosive device masked as gift-style packaging with an attached 10‑ruble banknote.
  • The boy was hospitalized after the detonation, and officials have not specified the severity of his injuries.
  • The Investigative Committee shared these findings with RIA Novosti and said investigators are working the case.
  • An eyewitness told RIA Novosti he saw emergency responders and heard the child had picked up money before the blast.