On Tuesday morning, an explosion occurred in central Moscow when a man detonated an explosive device next to a police patrol car, according to the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs. The incident took place around 0:05 AM local time and resulted in the death of one police officer and injuries to two others. The bomber did not survive the explosion. The location of the blast was identified as near the Savjolova railway station, a major transportation hub in the northern part of Moscow. The explosion caused significant damage to the police vehicle, although it did not catch fire. Police rapidly sealed off the area, and several ambulances were dispatched to the scene to assist the injured. Initially, authorities reported that the bomber had fled the area; however, shortly after, he was found dead at the explosion site after reviewing surveillance footage. Details regarding the type of explosive device used in the attack remain undisclosed. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in major Russian cities, particularly in relation to violence against law enforcement personnel and the potential escalation of terrorist activities which could provoke increased security measures in the region.