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- 24 мам. 2026 17:00
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Man Shoots 11-Year-Old Saxophonist in St. Petersburg Over Noise
A shocking incident unfolded in St. Petersburg when a 38-year-old man fired a pneumatic weapon at an 11-year-old boy playing the saxophone on the street. The young musician was subsequently hospitalized after the attack.
Neighbor Dispute Escalates
The motive behind the shooting appears to be a dispute over noise. According to reports, the neighbor, who was apparently disturbed by the music, fired from his apartment window. The fourth-grader was struck in the jaw, and doctors successfully removed the projectile.
Suspect Apprehended
Authorities quickly apprehended a 38-year-old man in connection with the incident. A pneumatic pistol, identified as a "Makarov MR-654k" model, was seized from his possession. A criminal case has been initiated against him for hooliganism involving the use of a weapon.
Artist's Background Revealed
Further investigation revealed that the suspect is an artist associated with the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg. He is originally from Kazakhstan and obtained Russian citizenship in 2008.
This incident highlights a disturbing escalation of neighborly disputes and raises concerns about public safety.