The capital’s police are investigating information that has emerged on social media regarding a series of attacks on women in Kyiv’s Obolon district. According to user reports, an unknown man is allegedly attacking female residents of the capital and striking them on the head with a hammer.
This is reported by Kyiv24
Official Position of Law Enforcement
Law enforcement officials stated that no official reports or statements have been received from the affected women. However, the police have responded to the information that is actively circulating online and have already contacted the author of the post to gather additional details regarding the alleged incidents.
“Messages are currently spreading on social media about a ‘maniac’ who allegedly attacks female residents of the capital at night and hits them on the head with a hammer. According to the published post, there are already 11 known victims, but no reports or statements have been made to the police regarding this matter. An investigation is ongoing,” the statement reads.
Recommendations for Capital Residents
The police emphasize the necessity of obtaining information only from official sources and urge citizens not to spread unverified rumors. Law enforcement appeals to anyone with any information regarding these events to contact the special line 102. The police also remind everyone of the importance of personal safety and caution during the evening and nighttime hours.