TFR opened a case after an explosion at a coal field in Yakutia

The regional department of the TFR in Yakutia opened a criminal case due to the death of several people in an explosion at the Elga field in Yakutia. This was reported by the press service of the department.

The case was initiated under the article on violation of safety rules during construction work, which resulted in the death of two or more persons by negligence. Investigators and criminologists will establish the circumstances and causes of the explosion, as well as those responsible for compliance with safety rules.

The incident occurred at about 11:20 local time (5:20 MSK) while welding at the backup pumping station. The exact number of dead and injured was not specified.