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Man opens fire at ex-girlfriend's workplace

A 54-year-old resident of Cherkasy is suspected of firing three shots from a traumatic weapon at the door and window of the room where his former common-law wife was staying. The suspect was served a notice of suspicion of hooliganism and a measure of restraint was chosen.

Crimes and emergencies • December 26, 07:30 AM • 18781 views

Power lines damaged in Cherkasy region due to morning attack by Russian “Shaheds”

At night, Russian troops attacked Cherkasy region with drones. The air defense forces destroyed 14 “shaheds”, the debris damaged power lines, and there were no casualties.

War • December 16, 07:38 AM • 19081 views

Explosions in Cherkasy region: what is happening in the region

In Cherkasy region, local residents hear the sound of explosions. The Air Force reports that several groups of drones are moving from Poltava region toward Cherkasy region.

Society • December 13, 11:47 PM • 38924 views

UAH 3 million worth of drugs seized from two drug labs in Cherkasy region

In Cherkasy region, two drug laboratories producing Alpha-PVP and amphetamine were exposed. Law enforcement officers seized drugs worth UAH 3 million and detained five suspects.

Crimes and emergencies • December 11, 11:35 AM • 18815 views

Attempt on volunteers from Cherkasy region: SBU seizes explosives and detains suspects

Law enforcement detained a criminal group that planned to blow up a volunteer family in Cherkasy region. The criminals prepared 4 improvised explosive devices due to non-payment of a debt for repair work.

Crimes and emergencies • December 10, 08:23 AM • 22515 views

Hachiko from Cherkasy region: a loyal dog has been waiting for the deceased owner for two years

At the UPG gas station near the village of Ladyzhinka, a dog owner who died in the war in April 2023 is waiting every day. Military Alexey Savransky took him to work with him, now the dog comes there every day in the hope of meeting the owner.

Society • December 9, 03:05 PM • 49513 views

In Cherkasy region, a drug group with a monthly turnover of UAH 5 million was exposed

40 people organized a large-scale production and sale of drugs in the Cherkasy region. During 120 searches, drugs and equipment worth UAH 20 million were seized, and the detainees face up to 12 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • December 2, 11:45 AM • 19990 views

A “meeting” was organized in the prison to divide the spheres of influence: the “supervisor” of the Uman district and the head of the colony were detained

Law enforcers detained the “supervisor” of the Uman district and the head of the colony, who organized a criminal “meeting” in the prison. The detainees include eight people who face up to 12 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • November 13, 01:12 PM • 18722 views

The first case of H1N1 flu was detected in Lviv region: what is known about the epidemic situation

The first case of influenza A H1N1 of this epidemic season has been reported in Lviv region. According to the Central Public Health Center, 476,738 people fell ill with SARS from September to October, which is 13.8% less than last year.

COVID-19 • November 4, 02:05 PM • 21944 views

Cherkasy region suffered a night attack by Russian “Shaheds”: what is known about the consequences

At night, Russian drones attacked Cherkasy region, with air defense systems firing on the targets. Drone debris damaged residential infrastructure in Zolotonosha district, with no casualties.

War • November 1, 07:20 AM • 20578 views

Air defense system shoots down three “shahids” over Cherkasy region: damage to businesses

In Cherkasy region, air defense forces destroyed three attack drones. The falling debris damaged a warehouse and the windows of several businesses in Cherkasy district.

War • October 31, 06:58 AM • 22739 views

Wreckage of downed “Shahed” aircraft crashes into an infrastructure facility in Cherkasy region

In the Cherkasy region, air defense shot down 3 enemy drones, the wreckage of one fell on an infrastructure facility in the Uman district. In Sumy region, the enemy attacked critical infrastructure facilities with drones.

War • October 27, 07:22 AM • 22539 views

A racketeer was detained in Cherkasy who took a Tesla car from an entrepreneur and demanded UAH 1.5 million

Law enforcement officers detained a man who extorted UAH 1. 5 million in non-existent debt from the owner of a transportation company. The offender was caught while receiving a part of the “debt” in the amount of USD 20 thousand.

Crimes and emergencies • October 24, 12:15 PM • 21363 views

Russia attacks Ukraine with 4 missiles and 50 UAVs, 40 drones downed

At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 50 drones and 4 missiles. Defense forces shot down 40 UAVs in different regions, 7 were lost and 3 were recovered. The missiles did not reach their targets, and combat operations continue.

War • October 24, 05:53 AM • 35704 views

Six more children rescued from occupation - Ombudsman

Six Ukrainian children have been returned from the occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA plan. The families faced pressure on the TOT and are now receiving assistance with reintegration in the government-controlled territory.

Society • October 23, 01:35 PM • 31276 views

I'm over 70 and can run 16 kilometers per workout: how running improves quality of life

Yakiv Karpenko, 72, and Mykola Morochynskyi, 74, regularly participate in races, covering considerable distances. They tell us how running helps keep them fit and improves their quality of life in old age.

Sports • October 23, 11:19 AM • 20646 views

Ukrainian ambulance, riddled with bullets from Russian invaders, is on tour in France

An ambulance destroyed by the Russian military in Ukraine is on display in French cities. The Ambulance Mitraillée France initiative is displaying the car with smashed windows on a square in Montpellier until October 25.

Society • October 23, 07:40 AM • 76757 views

42 of 60 enemy drones shot down over Ukraine at night

On the night of October 22, Russia attacked Ukraine with 60 drones, 42 of which were shot down. The attack resulted in deaths and injuries, including a child, in the Sumy region. Most of the attack drones were shot down in this region.

War • October 22, 06:03 AM • 18253 views

Russia attacks Ukraine with three missiles and 116 drones, 59 UAVs downed

On the night of October 21, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and 116 drones. The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 59 enemy drones.

War • October 21, 07:09 AM • 29636 views

Cherkasy region suffered a massive Russian attack: a woman was killed, critical infrastructure was attacked

At night, Cherkasy region came under a massive attack. The air defense system shot down 41 drones and 2 missiles, but there were some hits. A woman was killed and critical infrastructure and private facilities were damaged.

War • October 19, 10:10 AM • 29068 views

4 out of 6 missiles and 42 drones out of 98 launched by Russia were shot down over Ukraine, 46 more were lost

On the night of October 19, Ukraine suffered a massive attack from Russia. The Ukrainian Air Force shot down 4 guided missiles and 42 enemy drones.

War • October 19, 09:59 AM • 26768 views

Russia attacks Ukraine with 135 drones: 80 shot down, about 10 flying in central regions

Russia attacked Ukraine with 135 drones, of which 80 were shot down by air defense forces. Up to 10 drones are still in the airspace of central Ukraine, 44 have been lost, and 2 flew to Belarus.

War • October 18, 05:51 AM • 24993 views

Pre-trial restraint in the form of detention was imposed on Cherkasy prosecutor suspected of pedophilia

A prosecutor from Cherkasy suspected of pedophilia was taken into custody for 60 days. The Pechersk Court of Kyiv chose a no-alternative measure of restraint at the request of the prosecutor.

Crimes and emergencies • October 17, 01:56 PM • 17126 views

Despite the fight and controversy: a service in Ukrainian was held in St. Michael's Cathedral in Cherkasy

After clashes between believers, a prayer service of the OCU was held at St. Michael's Cathedral in Cherkasy. Metropolitan Ioan emphasized the legitimacy of the community's actions and the historicity of the service in the Ukrainian language.

Society • October 17, 11:51 AM • 12759 views

Precursors were smuggled from Poland: Prosecutor's Office tells details of liquidation of powerful drug syndicate

Law enforcers dismantled a network of drug trafficking groups that produced almost a ton of psychotropic drugs per month. Over 300 kg of finished product, 15 tons of precursors and equipment worth over UAH 350 million were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • October 17, 09:19 AM • 17135 views

Police investigate conflict near St. Michael's Cathedral in Cherkasy region: what is known

A fight broke out near St. Michael's Cathedral in Cherkasy between representatives of the OCU and the UOC-MP after the latter announced the transfer of the church. Police are investigating the circumstances of the conflict, and investigative teams are working at the scene.

Society • October 17, 07:26 AM • 16025 views

Prosecutor's office employee detained in Cherkasy on suspicion of pedophilia

A prosecutor was detained in Cherkasy on suspicion of pedophilia. The Prosecutor General's Office has launched an investigation, which has been entrusted to the Main Investigation Department of the State Bureau of Investigation.

Society • October 16, 08:21 PM • 20464 views

Ukrainian air defense destroyed 51 enemy drones in different regions

On the night of October 16, the enemy attacked Ukraine using 136 attack drones. As of 07:00, air defense destroyed 51 UAVs, and another 60 were lost to electronic warfare.

War • October 16, 04:41 AM • 20614 views

Three more mobilization evasion schemes were eliminated, and 225 fake “students” were exposed in one of the universities

Law enforcement officers exposed corruption schemes in Kyiv, Cherkasy, and Zakarpattia. Among the organizers are heads of private universities and military registration and enlistment office officials who helped evade the draft for money.

Crimes and emergencies • October 15, 01:15 PM • 16040 views

“Get out your down jackets and scarves": frosts are coming to Ukraine

Frosts of 0-5° are forecast for Ukraine starting October 17. The cold snap will affect most regions, especially the northern and western ones. The State Emergency Service warns of danger in the mountains.

Society • October 15, 11:37 AM • 12783 views

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