More than 20 explosive objects - neutralized in May

CHISINĂU, June 4, 2023 — During the month of May, National Army engineers executed 17 demining missions, as a result of which 26 explosive objects were detected and neutralized.

Thus, the previous month, military engineers were requested in Chisinau, Cahul, Soroca, Orhei, Anenii Noi, Rezina, Hâncești, Ialoveni, Călărași, Ștefan Vodă, Ungheni and Ocnița.

One of the most dangerous demining missions took place in the town of Șerpeni, Anenii Noi district, where the demining team from the “Codru” genius battalion, led by sergeant class III Evghenii Axentii, identified four 152 mm artillery projectiles. The dangerous objects were discovered by a local resident in his home during some construction work.

All the munitions were from the Second World War period and presented an increased risk to life. The explosives were destroyed under maximum security conditions at the National Army Training Center.

From the beginning of the year until now, 56 demining missions were carried out, as a result of which 76 explosive objects of various types and five cartridges were destroyed.

We remind you that if you detect an explosive object:

— Mark the place where the explosive object was detected;

— DO NOT touch the ammunition with your hand or other objects;

— DO NOT hit or move the ammunition found in the ground or on the surface;

— DO NOT disassemble warheads or other components;

— Do not throw the explosive object into fire;

— Call 112 immediately.