A failed assassination attempt on Ukrainian businessman Vadim… (покушение · ермолаев · монако)
A failed assassination attempt on Ukrainian businessman Vadim Ermolaev occurred in Monaco on June 29th, resulting in injuries to Ermolaev and his companion. Russian authorities have identified the suspect, who is wanted by Interpol, and are investigating possible involvement of Ukraine's Security Service (SBU).
Consensus
- The attack occurred on June 29th in Monaco near Rue de Renvallen-Per-Louis-Folla.
- Three people were injured, including Ermolaev and his companion who lost both legs.
- A bomb was planted outside Ermolaev's home and detonated during the evening.
- The suspect has been identified by Russian authorities and a red notice from Interpol is in place.
Points of divergence
- The woman involved in the attack was from Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine. — vm
- A foreign national was initially arrested but later released due to lack of evidence. — vedomosti
- The mayor of Frejus, France, stated that Ukrainian authorities were out of control after the attack. — vm
- Ukrainian officials are investigating possible involvement of SBU in the attack. — vedomosti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Investigators Identify Suspect in Attempted Assassination of Ermolaev — Вечерняя Москва
- Investigators have identified the perpetrator of the assassination attempt on oligarch Ermolaev — Ведомости