Death toll reaches 46 people in Odesa clashes, fire, 144 people detained, says prosecutor
The death toll has reached 46 people killed during clashes and fire in Odesa on May 2, Prosecutor of Odesa region Ihor Borshuliak told reporters at a press conference on Saturday.
He said that law-enforcement officers have launched several inquiries, including into police professional negligence.
A total of 144 persons have been detained as a part of criminal proceedings.
According to the Odesa City Council, as of 0900 on May 3, 214 people came to hospitals of Odesa. Of this number, 88 have been hospitalized, including a 17-year-old boy.
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