A utility worker was beaten in Kyiv during a heat supply restoration.

In Kyiv, a utility worker filed a police report of a beating during work to restore heat supply.

This was reported by the Kyiv police.

According to law enforcement, a 53-year-old housing department employee reported to the Pechersk police department that a verbal conflict arose between him and a resident of the building during renovation work, during which the 62-year-old man struck him.

Police have already interviewed the participants and witnesses of the incident and are conducting an investigation to establish all the circumstances of the incident. A criminal case has been opened for the assault under Part 1 of Article 125 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine—intentional minor bodily injury.

The victim was referred for a forensic medical examination to determine the severity of his injuries. The utility worker is currently hospitalized, and the pre-trial investigation is ongoing.

As is known, Ukraine’s energy system is facing challenging conditions due to intense Russian shelling and the worst winter in 20 years. Due to the energy emergency, the government has developed a set of measures to address its consequences.

Meanwhile, Ukraine is unable to cover more than a third of its domestic electricity needs due to damage to the power grid. Consumption yesterday reached 18 gigawatts, while the grid’s capacity is only 11 gigawatts.

Due to Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, many Ukrainians are left without electricity and heat this winter. Safe ways to heat your home are discussed , along with dangerous methods that can lead to poisoning or explosions.

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