Main suspect in Monaco attack found dead in Ukraine
Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The main suspect in an explosive attack on an oligarch in Monaco has reportedly been found dead near Kyiv, Ukraine.
- The 39-year-old Ukrainian woman was discovered dead on Monday evening, according to Ukrainian media.
- Two other suspects, reportedly linked to military intelligence and law enforcement, have been arrested.
The primary suspect in a recent explosive attack targeting a Ukrainian oligarch in Monaco has reportedly been found dead in Ukraine. According to the newspaper "Ukrajinska Prawda," the body of a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman, believed to be the main suspect, was discovered late Monday evening near Kyiv.
The attack occurred last Monday, injuring Wadym Jermolajew, a Monaco-based businessman of Ukrainian origin, his partner, and his son. Details surrounding the circumstances of the suspect's death have not been officially confirmed.
In addition to the discovery of the main suspect, Ukrainian media reports indicate that two other individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident. One is described as an employee of the HUR military intelligence agency, and the other as a former law enforcement official. No official statement has been released regarding these developments.
Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.