A gunman killed at least six people and took hostages in Kyiv before police stormed a supermarket and shot him dead, officials confirmed.
KYIV, UKRAINE — A gunman who opened fire in Kyiv on Saturday, killing at least six people and injuring several others, was later shot dead by police after taking hostages and barricading himself inside a supermarket, Ukrainian authorities confirmed.
What happened
According to officials, the attack unfolded in Kyiv’s Holosiivskyi district when the suspect began shooting at civilians on the street. At least four people were killed outside before the gunman moved into a nearby supermarket, where he killed additional victims and took hostages.
Reports indicate the attacker fired indiscriminately at passersby, causing panic across the area as people fled for safety.
Police response
Ukrainian special tactical police units were deployed quickly and attempted to negotiate with the gunman for roughly 40 minutes. When talks failed, officers stormed the supermarket.
The suspect was killed during the operation after resisting arrest, ending the immediate threat.
Emergency responders treated victims at the scene while others were transported to hospitals for urgent care.
Victims and casualties
Authorities confirmed at least six people were killed, with additional individuals injured in the attack.
Officials also reported that multiple hostages were taken and later rescued during the police operation.
The identities of the victims have not yet been released pending notification of families.
Suspect information
The gunman has not yet been fully identified publicly, but officials confirmed he acted alone and used a legally registered firearm. Investigators are reviewing his background and possible motive.
Investigation status
Security services in Ukraine are treating the incident as a major violent attack and are continuing to investigate the suspect’s movements before the shooting, including how he obtained the weapon and what triggered the rampage.
Closing
The deadly shooting has shocked Kyiv, a city where such mass casualty attacks are rare, and authorities say further details will be released as the investigation continues.