19:00, 6 September 2026

The death of a pensioner from the Volgograd region in line for gasoline outraged commentators.

In the Kikvidzensky district, a driver died in line for gasoline at a gas station. According to eyewitnesses, the man suddenly felt unwell and lost consciousness. An ambulance arrived, but they were unable to save him.

"Caucasian Knot" reported that in Volgograd, motorists are spending the night in lines at gas stations, some are parking their cars at non-operational gas stations in hopes that gasoline will be delivered there. Residents reported having to cut back on trips for both personal and work matters. Authorities report on measures taken that "are gradually yielding results."

In June, there was a rise in gasoline prices and lines at gas stations in rural areas of Volgograd, with restrictions on fuel sales imposed at all gas stations. Some stations offered more expensive grades of gasoline for purchase. At that time, authorities assured consumers that the situation was under control. On August 30 and in the first half of August 31, long lines were observed at gas stations in the regional center. By the end of August 31, residents of Volgograd reported that gasoline in the city had run out.

The tragedy occurred on September 5 in the village of Preobrazhenskaya on Builders Street in line at the "Lukoil" gas station. Residents say this is the only gas station for the entire village, and the lines there are long. One eyewitness reported that a large queue had formed at the gas station — about 30-50 cars, with only 95-octane gasoline available.

The elderly man was going fishing and decided to fill up 20 liters. He felt unwell while in line. According to eyewitnesses, he even asked the law enforcement officers to help him fill up quickly, as he was feeling unwell. When the man lost consciousness, an ambulance crew arrived at the scene, but they were unable to save the pensioner, writes V1.

The man was about 77 years old. He left behind a family, a daughter, and grandchildren. The pensioner also has a son who is currently serving in the Special Military Operation, reports "Height 102."

Information about the man's death was confirmed by the Investigative Committee for the region. The local police are conducting an investigation into the incident. The pensioner died in front of witnesses, and foul play is ruled out, writes "Bloknot Volgograd."

The man's death outraged commentators, and this post in the Telegram channel V1 received 14 comments.

"Those responsible must be held accountable for allowing such chaos at gas stations and for people dying in line," writes Sergiy.

"Look at what they have done to people!" commented Marina.

Translated automatically via OpenAI from https://www.kavkaz-uzel.eu/articles/426395