Who is Vadym Yermolaiev, the Ukrainian tycoon injured in Monaco blast?
Summary
A bomb exploded at the entrance of a residential building in Monaco, seriously injuring three people from one Ukrainian family. Among the injured is Ukrainian businessman Vadym Yermolaiev, his partner, and their 13-year-old son. Police are searching for a suspect who left a backpack containing the explosive and fled on foot.Key Facts
- The blast happened at 9 pm on Monday in central Monaco.
- Three victims are Ukrainian nationals from the same family: Vadym Yermolaiev, his partner, and their son.
- Yermolaiev is a wealthy businessman who moved to Monaco in 2021 and was sanctioned by Ukraine in 2023 for business ties in Crimea.
- The woman is in life-threatening condition; Yermolaiev and their son have less severe injuries but were hospitalized.
- Police saw a man leave a backpack before the bomb exploded; he acted alone and is still being sought.
- The bomb contained bolts and buckshot, making it more harmful.
- Monaco’s authorities described the incident as a serious and unusual crime in the principality.
- Some reports suggest Ukraine’s Security Service may be involved, but the attack might have been a warning rather than a murder attempt.
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