Russians attack animal shelter in Chernihiv; people and animals injured

On October 28, at approximately 16:00, Russian forces attacked Chernihiv using a “Banderol” type munition. The strike damaged the municipal enterprise “Krok do Tvaryn” (“A Step Toward Animals”), which provides veterinary care and animal sterilization services.

According to the Chernihiv region police, three women—aged 59, 40, and 18—sustained injuries. Additionally, one dog was killed, while another dog and three cats were injured.

The attack damaged the facility’s buildings, including shattering the windows.

An investigative team from the Chernihiv District Police Department, along with emergency services, is working at the scene. Law enforcement officers are assessing the damage, collecting evidence, and documenting the aftermath of the attack.

Details of the incident will be entered into the Unified Register of Pre-trial Investigations under Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which covers war crimes.