How police in Kryvyi Rih rescued a dog from the rubble after a missile strike (VIDEO)

In Kryvyi Rih, as a result of a missile strike on an apartment building, not only people were affected, but also animals. The National Police of Ukraine released footage of a dog being rescued from the rubble, as reported by "Vydomo".

"The poor dog experienced about 20 minutes of fear and despair before being pulled out into the fresh air. Law enforcement officials handed the animal over to its owner," the statement said.

On Tuesday, December 24, the enemy attacked Kryvyi Rih – an explosion was heard in the city.

An air alert was declared in the region, after which monitoring chats reported a threat of a ballistic strike.

Minutes later, Oleksandr Vilkul commented on the situation in his Telegram channel.

Subsequently, the head of the Dnipropetrovsk OVA, Serhiy Lysak, disclosed information about the incident, particularly stating that the enemy hit a residential building once again. The official also clarified that the number of injured from the missile attack on the city had increased from five to seven: "Four people were rescued from the rubble in Kryvyi Rih. There are now seven injured. One woman is in serious condition."

Shortly after, it became known that the number of injured had risen to 11, including a child. Later, it was reported about the first fatality. By the evening of December 24, there were reports of one deceased and 13 injured. The police also showed footage from the first moments after the strike, which was also reacted to by the head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak.

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