Russia probes ex-minister’s death as body found hours after sacking
Summary
Russia is investigating the death of Roman Starovoit, a former transport minister, found with a gunshot wound soon after being dismissed by President Putin. Authorities suspect it might be suicide, and there are links to an ongoing corruption investigation in the Kursk region, where Starovoit had previously been governor.Key Facts
- Roman Starovoit was found dead with a gunshot wound near his car after being dismissed as Russia's transport minister.
- The investigation suggests the gunshot might be self-inflicted, and his own registered pistol was found near the body.
- President Putin removed Starovoit from his ministerial role without giving a reason.
- A corruption investigation in the Kursk region, where Starovoit used to be governor, might be linked to his dismissal.
- The investigation centers on missing funds intended for border defense, with allegations of embezzlement.
- Starovoit's successor in Kursk, Alexei Smirnov, faces charges related to the missing funds and claims Starovoit was involved.
- Andrei Nikitin has been appointed as the acting transport minister following Starovoit's removal.
- Russia's transport sector faces challenges due to Western sanctions and disruptions from Ukraine's drone attacks.
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