Death toll in Moscow terrorist attack rises to 137 | 24 March 2024 | Friday's terrorist attack at a Moscow concert hall claimed at least 137 lives, according to an update from Russia's Investigative Committee. The search for bodies is continuing as of Sunday in the part of the complex that burned down in a massive fire. A group of gunmen stormed Crocus City Hall on the evening of March 22, just before a concert by the rock band Picnic. The venue, which has an estimated capacity of 7,500, was almost full. The terrorists killed the guards, opened fire on visitors, and then started a blaze, which quickly spread through the building. According to investigators, three children are among the fatalities, and a total of 62 bodies have been identified so far. Also, health officials have reported that at least 180 other people were injured in the atrocity.

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