Krasnodar, October 15 A child was injured in a traffic accident yesterday evening near Novorossiysk.

The incident occurred around 6:00 PM on Krasnaya Street in Natukhaevskaya stanitsa. According to preliminary information, a 53-year-old driver of a Toyota Yaris was turning left on Kotovsky Street and hit a 6-year-old child. The child was crossing the road at an unregulated pedestrian crossing.

As a result of the accident, the boy sustained injuries of varying severity and was hospitalized. The circumstances of the incident are being investigated.

Krasnodar

Krasnodar is a major city in southern Russia, founded in 1793 by Catherine the Great as a key fortress to defend the empire’s southern borders. Originally named Yekaterinodar, it served as the cultural and administrative center for the Cossack hosts in the Kuban region. Today, it is a vibrant hub for agriculture and industry, known for its parks and Cossack heritage.

Novorossiysk

Novorossiysk is a major port city on Russia’s Black Sea coast, founded in 1838 as a strategic naval base. It played a crucial role during World War II, where it was awarded the title “Hero City” for its fierce resistance during a prolonged battle. Today, it remains a vital economic hub, known for its cement industry and maritime trade.

Krasnaya Street

Krasnaya Street is the central and oldest thoroughfare in the city of Krasnodar, Russia. Its name translates to “Red Street,” with “krasnaya” also meaning “beautiful” in Old Russian, reflecting its historic significance. Originally laid out in the late 19th century, it has long been a major commercial and cultural hub for the region.

Natukhaevskaya stanitsa

Natukhaevskaya stanitsa is a Cossack village (stanitsa) located near the Black Sea coast in the Krasnodar Krai region of Russia. It was founded in 1864 by Cossack settlers as part of the Russian Empire’s expansion and consolidation in the North Caucasus region following the end of the Caucasian War. Today, it remains a settlement that preserves elements of the traditional Cossack culture and way of life.

Kotovsky Street

Kotovsky Street is a major thoroughfare found in many cities across Russia and other post-Soviet states, named in honor of Grigory Kotovsky, a Soviet military leader and hero of the Russian Civil War. The street’s history is intrinsically linked to the Soviet era, with its naming and development occurring as part of a broader effort to commemorate revolutionary figures. Today, it typically functions as a significant commercial and residential artery within these cities.