Breaking news from Russia’s war in Ukraine: Explosion severely damages Crimean bridge, Russian officials say

At least three people were killed in the explosion on the Kerch bridge early Saturday, according to Russia’s Investigative Committee, citing preliminary information. In a statement on its Telegram channel, the Committee said: “According to preliminary information, three people have died as a result of the incident. These are, presumably, the passengers of a car that was next to the truck that exploded.” “Currently, the bodies of two victims have already been pulled from the water: a man and a woman, their identities are being established.” The Committee he also expanded on his earlier statement that a truck had exploded on the bridge.”The Russian Investigative Committee investigators also established the details of the truck and its owner. This is a resident of Krasnodar Krai, investigative actions have been launched in his place.” of residence. The route of circulation of the vehicle and the pertinent documentation is being studied”.