Ukrainian Air Defense Shoots Down Drone, Injuring Man in Boryspil District During Air Raid Alert
On the evening of September 18, a tense incident unfolded in the Kyiv region as Russian forces launched a drone attack, which was promptly intercepted by Ukrainian air defenses.
The downed drone caused debris to fall in Boryspil district, resulting in injuries to a 60-year-old man.
According to Mykola Kalashnyk, head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration, the man suffered a shrapnel injury to his lower back and is currently in moderate condition.
The authorities reported that after 7 p.m., an air raid alert was declared throughout Kyiv and nearby areas, signaling the ongoing threat of drone attacks.
Witnesses noted the appearance of unidentified flying objects around the outskirts of the capital around that time.
Emergency services assessed the situation and are now working to establish all details of the incident and ensure residents’ safety amid the ongoing threats.
This event highlights the persistent danger posed by enemy UAVs and the importance of robust air defense systems in defending the region.