Ukrainian woman identified as suspect in Monaco bombing, Interpol issues Red Notice

Monaco authorities have identified a 39-year-old Ukrainian woman as the primary suspect in a bombing that injured three people earlier this week. Anastasiia Berezovska, who remains at large, is accused of attempted murder and placing an explosive device with criminal intent.

“

disguised as a man

Interpol issued a Red Notice for Berezovska, describing her as possibly having a snake tattoo on her right arm and speaking German. Monaco’s deputy public prosecutor, Morgan Raymond, stated that Berezovska is suspected of having disguised herself as a man during the attack. She was reportedly seen wearing a dark long-sleeved top, light-colored shorts, and a black bucket hat.

The investigation shifted toward Berezovska after a review of CCTV footage and witness testimony. She is alleged to have waited on a park bench for the victims before placing a parcel bomb on the steps of their building and detonating it remotely. Investigators are exploring the possibility that she had accomplices, noting the "relative sophistication of the explosive device and the modus operandi."

“

The individual turned around to confirm that the three victims were on the steps and then detonated the bomb using a remote control.

Berezovska's last known residence was in Germany, and authorities believe she may have fled through France and Italy in a rental car. German police searched a car and apartment rented by Berezovska near Frankfurt, securing evidence to be handed over to Monegasque authorities.

“

The relative sophistication of the explosive device and the modus operandi suggest that the person who planted the device did not act alone.