Yerevan launches probe after Armenian man points gun at Azerbaijani checkpoint

Armenia's Investigative Committee has launched a criminal case following an incident in which a resident of Echmiadzin pointed a firearm toward an Azerbaijani checkpoint near the border village of Tegh in Syunik Province, Report informs, citing Armenian media sources.

The case was initiated by the Syunik regional division of the Investigative Committee based on a police report. According to the statement, a preliminary investigation is currently underway.

Although no official arrests have been made, three individuals connected to the incident have been detained for questioning by law enforcement authorities.