In connection with the explosion on the Yerevan-Sevan highway, a criminal case was initiated in the Investigative Committee under Article 104, Part 2, Clause 6 (attempted murder in a manner dangerous to the lives of many) and Article 235, Part 1 (illegally acquiring, selling, storing, transporting or wearing) features.

According to the committee, earlier on August 2, an explosion occurred on the Yerevan-Sevan highway, near the “Artsvi” statue, as a result of which a hole of about 60 cm depth, 1.5 m width and about 5 m length appeared in the road section. Patriot Nissan and Range Rover cars were damaged as a result of the explosion.

The Range Rover belongs to former RA NA deputy Melik Manukyan (Shshi Melo).