Seven cattle killed by landmine explosion in Armenia's Gegharkunik

A landmine explosion killed seven cattle in Armenia’s Gegharkunik Province on July 18.

Shamshyan.com reported that the animals owned by 53-year-old resident Armen A. were grazing in the mountainous area near the village of Verin Shorzha in the Vardenis community when the explosion took place.

Local police confirmed that the blast happened in a suspected minefield, causing significant material damage. Documents related to the case have been forwarded to the Vardenis Investigation Department of Armenia’s Investigative Committee for further examination.