The plane crashed in Yeysk 150 meters from the school, where there were 600 children

On the evening of October 17, a Su-34 fighter crashed into a high-rise building near an educational institution. Eyewitnesses reported that more than 500 children were in the school at the time the bomber crashed. Three minors were injured.

In Yeysk, a Russian Su-34 crashed 150 meters from a school. The impact was so strong that the walls shook and the room was filled with smoke. The Russian media write about this.

Children suffered from the Su-34 plane crash

Teachers took schoolchildren out into the street. However, according to Russian media, three children aged 8-10 were injured. One minor is in serious condition.

It is also known that at least six dead and 27 injured. However, eyewitnesses reported that in fact the number of victims could reach at least 10.

What is known about the plane crash in Yeysk

• A Russian bomber fell on a high-rise building on the evening of October 17. The house was on fire. At least 17 apartments were damaged.
• The fighter was carrying full ammunition. On the footage from the scene, you can hear how the detonation took place.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that this was allegedly a training flight. They assure that the cause of the accident is the ignition of one of the engines. The pilots ejected.
• Eight victims, including a child, are in serious condition.
• Criminal proceedings have been initiated on the fact of the plane crash. Read more about the plane crash in Yeysk in Channel 24.