Road rage motorist shot in the neck with a flare gun as he threatens other driver

United States News News

Road rage motorist shot in the neck with a flare gun as he threatens other driver
United States Latest News,United States Headlines
  • 📰 Newsweek
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 55 sec. here
  • 2 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 25%
  • Publisher: 52%

The victim can be seen in video footage clutching his still-burning neck and stumbling around on the highway.

An angry driver in Moscow was shot in the neck with what's believed to be a flare gun during a confrontation with another motorist.Video footage shows a man identified as Spartak Ognessian angrily racing up to a dark-colored sedan. When he reaches the driver's side window, though, there's a bright red flash and Ognessian getting hit in the neck. As car drives off, Ognessian, 30, clutches his still-burning neck and stumbles around on the road before an unnamed woman comes to his aid.

An unnamed 32-year-old Moscow resident has been arrested on hooliganism charges. A weapon that was seized is being examined—Most news reports indicate it was a flare gun.speculates the weapon may have been a signal flare gun, used by"used by hunters, fishermen, tourists [and] rescuers," which do not require a license.

A motorist confronting another driver is hit with what's believed to be a flare on the highway in Moscow.In March, a Twitter video depicted another road rage incident in Russia went viral. In it, a young motorist walks up to an SUV, presumably to confront the driver inside. But when the window rolls down, it reveals the vehicle was full of heavily armed Russian soldiers, one pointing his gun at the driver.

"I'm guessing the chances this kid pulls another road rage incident in his life... is f__ing never," tweeted Mindy Robinson, whose clip has been viewed more than 1.8 million times. I’m guessing the chances this kid pulls another road rage incident in his life........is f__ing never. 😂

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

Newsweek /  🏆 468. in US

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Beatles’ ‘Abbey Road’ Crossing to Be Recreated at Hollywood’s Most Famous Intersection for One DayBeatles’ ‘Abbey Road’ Crossing to Be Recreated at Hollywood’s Most Famous Intersection for One DayTraffic has been perpetually tied up around London’s Abbey Road Studios for 50 years now as fans flock to the street outside to recreate the Beatles’ photographic stroll. To celebrate f…
Read more »

Haley Lu Richardson, Barbie Ferreira to Star in Road Trip Movie 'UNpregnant' (Exclusive)Haley Lu Richardson, Barbie Ferreira to Star in Road Trip Movie 'UNpregnant' (Exclusive)The coming-of-age project will be the inaugural film producer Greg Berlanti and his deal with HBO Max.
Read more »

Flooding from Tropical Depression Imelda causes road closures along i10 in LouisianaFlooding from Tropical Depression Imelda causes road closures along i10 in LouisianaIf preliminary rainfall totals are accurate, Imelda would be the 7th wettest tropical cyclone in United States history.
Read more »

From Resolutions to Goals: The Road to 2020 Starts Now - Midlife-A-Go-GoFrom Resolutions to Goals: The Road to 2020 Starts Now - Midlife-A-Go-GoPlanning on making New Year's resolutions? It's not too early to start making plans. Turn your resolutions into goals and start TODAY.
Read more »

'Old Town Road' Music Video Director Tapped for 'House Party' Remake'Old Town Road' Music Video Director Tapped for 'House Party' RemakeCalmatic, the helmer behind the video, will make his feature debut with the remake of the 1990 cult comedy.
Read more »

Buttigieg outlines middle-of-the-road approach to health care in new planButtigieg outlines middle-of-the-road approach to health care in new planDemocratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg unveiled his health care plan on Thursday, outlining a middle-of-the-road approach that allows people to opt into a government-backed health insurance option but lets them keep their private insurance plans if they like them.
Read more »



Render Time: 2025-03-05 01:48:50