The head of the Leader pyrotechnic center died in the Kursk region

In Kursk region in the line of duty died the head of the pyrotechnic center "Leader" Vyacheslav Tsoffka. This was reported on September 21 by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia.

"At the age of 46, in the prime of life, went a professional, who devoted his entire life to serving the Motherland and educating the younger generation, generously passing on his rich and unique experience," the words of the head of the Russian Emergencies Ministry Alexander Kurenkov are quoted in a message in the Telegram-channel of the department.

The personnel of the Russian Emergencies Ministry also expressed condolences to the family and friends of Vyacheslav Tsoffka.

The press service of the agency noted that Tsoffka participated in humanitarian demining on the territory of Russia and abroad. On his account more than 10 thousand discovered and neutralized explosive objects.

Vyacheslav was awarded the Order of Courage for his service, the medal "For Bravery", the medal of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland" II degree and departmental awards.