The death toll in the terrorist attack in the concert hall in the city of Krasnogorsk in Russia’s Moscow Region has increased to 137, the Russian Investigative Commission announced today.
As stated, the bodies of 137 people, three of whom were children, were found at the scene of the attack.
“The investigation at the scene of the crime continues. To date, 62 bodies have been identified. The remaining victims are undergoing genetic tests to determine their identities,” the Russian Investigative Commission said.
Four sets of combat ammunition, more than 500 bullets, as well as two Kalashnikov assault rifles were taken from the scene.
Let us remind you that the “Islamic State” claimed responsibility for the attack in Moscow.
Today is the Day of Mourning in Russia, and all over the country flags are lowered to half-mast.
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a national day of mourning after vowing to find and punish all those behind the attack.
“I express my deep, sincere condolences to all those who lost their loved ones. The whole country and our entire people mourn with you,” Putin said in his address to the nation yesterday.
Russian authorities have arrested 11 people suspected of being linked to the attack, including four people directly involved, according to the Federal Security Service., BHRT writes.