Monaco identifies suspect in parcel bombing: prosecutors
Summary
Monaco authorities identified a suspect in a parcel bombing that seriously injured three people, including a sanctioned Ukraine-born businessman. An international arrest warrant and an Interpol Red Notice have been issued as the investigation continues.Key Facts
- A parcel bomb exploded in the lobby of a residential building in Monaco on June 30, 2026.
- Three people were injured: a couple and a 13-year-old child.
- The main target was Vadym Yermolaiev, a wealthy businessman born in Ukraine and now a Cypriot citizen.
- Yermolaiev has been under sanctions since 2023 for his business activities in Crimea, which was annexed by Russia.
- The suspect is believed to be a woman disguised as a man, seen on CCTV wearing a black fisherman's hat.
- Monaco's police worked with international agencies to quickly identify the suspect.
- A judicial investigation for attempted murder and other charges is underway.
- The injured adults were in serious condition but one no longer faces life-threatening injuries as of the latest update.
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