Moscow horror: Tourist slams 2-year-old Iranian boy to floor, leaves him in coma — see the shocking video
Shocking moment at Sheremetyevo Airport: Belarusian tourist violently throws toddler arriving from Iran with his pregnant mother. The child suffers skull and spinal injuries and falls into a coma. Global outrage grows over airport safety and refugee child protection.
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What happened at Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport?
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A Belarusian citizen attacked a child at the Sheremetyevo airport Khimki city Moscow Oblast, Russia.
The footage shows a male picking up the child & throwing him onto the concrete.
The child suffered a fractured spine & cranial injury.
He is in a coma in the hospital. pic.twitter.com/TmjRjO2MOx undefined NoHoldsBarred (@AussieSteve64) June 24, 2025
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Who is Vladimir Vitkov and what was his motive?
How did bystanders and officials respond?
'A drug-addled monster grabbed a toddler in the arrivals hall and threw him on the floor with all his might…. All this is incredibly difficult to bear. I hope the detained monster will receive the full severity of the law. I wish the child a speedy recovery. May the parents have the strength to survive this.'
Why are refugee families even more vulnerable in global transit zones?
Are airports doing enough to screen for mental health and drug issues?
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A shocking incident at Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport has left a toddler fighting for his life and sparked global outrage. An 18-month-old boy, who had just fled Iran with his pregnant mother, was violently slammed onto the floor by a tourist identified as Vladimir Vitkov, a 31-year-old man from Belarus. The child sustained a fractured skull and spinal injuries and is currently in a coma. The disturbing attack, which took place in the arrivals hall, was captured on CCTV footage and has now raised serious questions about airport security, mental health, and the safety of refugee families.The violent incident occurred shortly after the toddler and his mother landed in Moscow, having escaped conflict in Iran by traveling through Afghanistan. As the mother, reportedly pregnant, was collecting her child's pushchair just a few feet away, Vitkov suddenly grabbed the child standing near a suitcase and threw him headfirst onto the hard floor.According to CCTV footage, Vitkov looked around before the unprovoked assault. The impact caused life-threatening head trauma and spinal damage, putting the child in a critical condition. Emergency services rushed the toddler to a local hospital, where he remains in a coma.The attacker, Vladimir Vitkov, is a Belarusian national who was traveling with a female companion. During the investigation, authorities discovered traces of cannabis in his system, and further narcotics were found in his possession. Russian investigators are now examining whether drug influence, mental instability, or racial hatred played a role in the assault.When questioned by authorities, Vitkov offered no clear motive, only stating, 'I made mistakes like that,' hinting at past legal troubles. Shockingly, reports reveal he has a daughter of similar age to the victim, making the act even more disturbing.Eyewitnesses at the scene quickly intervened, restraining Vitkov and alerting police. He was immediately detained, and a case of attempted murder has been launched under Russian law. Authorities are also reviewing airport surveillance protocols and questioning airport staff over their emergency response.Ksenia Mishonova, Moscow Region's Children's Ombudswoman, shared a powerful statement with The Sun:The mother and child were reportedly escaping conflict in Iran, passing through Afghanistan before arriving in Russia. Like many refugee families, they were already in a vulnerable state—traveling alone, stressed, and without adequate protection in public spaces.This case highlights a grim reality: airports, especially busy international hubs, must be better equipped to protect refugees and vulnerable travelers, especially children. Sheremetyevo Airport handles over 40 million passengers annually, yet this horrifying attack went unchecked until it was too late.Following this violent act, attention has turned to whether airports are properly screening passengers for drug use or mental instability. Critics argue that current security systems focus on baggage and passports, with little to no checks on the mental state or behavior of travelers within terminals.There is growing pressure on Russian authorities—and airports worldwide—to enhance public safety, including behavioral monitoring, faster emergency response, and better mental health assessment of potentially dangerous individuals.Russian police have charged Vitkov with attempted murder, and further charges may follow based on toxicology reports and witness testimonies. Meanwhile, medical teams are fighting to stabilize the child's condition. No new updates on the toddler's health have been released, but his situation remains critical.Sheremetyevo Airport is now under scrutiny for how such a brutal act could occur in one of the most secure zones of a high-traffic airport. Both public pressure and official probes are mounting.This tragic event has shaken not just the Russian public, but people worldwide. As this story gains traction, many are calling for better protection for refugee children, stricter airport surveillance, and accountability for violent passengers under drug influence.For now, the world watches and hopes for the recovery of the innocent 18-month-old boy, who never should have been a victim in a place meant to ensure safety and transit.An 18-month-old boy was slammed to the ground by a tourist and is now in a coma.Vladimir Vitkov, a Belarusian tourist, attacked the child without warning.
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