Overview of the Moscow Concert Terror Attack
Unidentified gunmen carried out a deadly attack at Crocus City Hall near Moscow during a concert by the Russian rock group Piknik. The incident resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 115 people and left 140 others injured. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack.
Details of the Attack
- Russia’s FSB security service revealed that the perpetrators had “contacts” in Ukraine and were attempting to flee there after the attack.
- The FSB reported that the criminals planned to cross the Russian-Ukrainian border and had connections on the Ukrainian side.
- The terrorists set fire to the concert hall using a flammable liquid after a shooting incident that claimed the lives of over 90 individuals.
Arrests and Investigations
Following the attack, Russian authorities made significant progress in apprehending those responsible:
- 11 individuals linked to the assault were arrested in connection with the Moscow concert hall attack.
- The head of Russia’s Federal Security Service relayed this information to President Vladimir Putin.
- The Investigative Committee confirmed the death toll and discovered additional bodies at the venue.
Response and Actions Taken
The Kremlin and FSB Director Alexander Bortnikov briefed President Putin on the situation:
- All four terrorists directly involved in the attack were among those detained.
- The incident, which took place during a concert by the Picnic group, was claimed by the Islamic State through social media channels.