A young train surfer attacked the driver of a Nizhny Novgorod tram with pepper spray.

      January 6, 2026, 13:33 — Incidents

      On the evening of January 5 in Nizhny Novgorod, on tram route No. 5, which connects Lyadov Square with Myza, an incident involving minors occurred. This was reported by Ecological Projects LLC.

      Two 12-year-old children and a 17-year-old teenager had hitched onto the outside of a festively decorated tram and were riding on its exterior.

      All three were detained. During the detention, one of the 12-year-old offenders used a pepper spray can against the driver, spraying its contents directly into his face.

      As a result, the man suffered chemical burns to his eyes. He was taken to a medical facility where doctors provided the necessary care. After examination, the victim was released to go home.

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