Russia's 27 January strike on Odesa: death toll rises to four

Iryna Balachuk - 29 January, 08:39

Emergency services working at the scene. Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine

The death toll from the Russian attack on the city of Odesa on 27 January has risen to four after one of those injured died in hospital.

Source: Serhii Lysak, Head of Odesa City Military Administration, on Telegram

Quote: "Sadly, the death toll from the enemy attack on 27 January has increased. A 79-year-old man died in hospital today [29 January]."

Details: Lysak said doctors had fought until the last moment to save the man's life, but his injuries were too severe.

"Thus, Russian terror has claimed the lives of four people," Lysak concluded.

Background: Russian forces attacked the city of Odesa and Odesa Oblast with drones on the night of 26-27 January. Three people were killed and over 20 injured.

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