Interpol is ready to support the Russian authorities in the investigation of an attack on civilians in Crocus City Hall. This was stated by the General Secretary of the organization Jurgen Strek.
The stem wrote on the social network X, which resolutely condemns the attack on Crocus City Hall, which he called the terrible act against innocent civilians.
“Our thoughts with victims, their families and friends. Interpol is ready to support the investigation of the Russian authorities,” said the head of the organization.
On the evening of March 22, unknown men armed with machine guns broke into the Crocus City Hall concert hall in Krasnogorsk near Moscow and opened fire. A fire began in the room. Operational services reported explosions in the building.
As a result of the attack, more than 60 people were killed, the Investigative Committee of Russia said. The number of victims may increase, the department warned. A criminal case has been opened under Article 205 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (terrorist act).
The Ministry of Emergencies of the Russian Federation published a list of 99 victims. The list, published by the Ministry of Health near Moscow, contains 145 victims, including eight children.
According to preliminary information, there were at least five people attackers, they are looking for a Russian Guard.
The fire in Crocus City Hall is practically eliminated, the Structures and analysis of the rubble are continuing, the Governor of the Moscow Region Andrei Vorobyov said. The ignition area was 12.9 thousand square meters. m. The roof fell over the concert hall.
Russian regions, including Moscow and the region, cancel sports, cultural and other mass events. Security measures have been strengthened in the capital’s airports. Russian Railways reported on strengthening security measures on trains and at railway stations.