Investigation Underway After Attempted Murder of Businessman Vadym Yermolayev
Ukrainian authorities have initiated a criminal investigation into an assassination attempt targeting sanctioned businessman Vadym Yermolayev and his associates. The incident occurred on June 29 in Monaco, when an explosion rocked a residential building at approximately 9:00 PM. According to records entered into the Unified Register of Pretrial Investigations, the case was opened on July 1. The charges include attempted premeditated murder of two or more individuals, carried out in a manner dangerous to the lives of many others, and committed for hire (Article 115, Part 2, Clauses 1, 5, and 11, in conjunction with Article 15, Part 2 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine).
The Main Investigative Department of the National Police of Ukraine is handling the case, with procedural oversight from the Office of the Prosecutor General. The government of Monaco has already confirmed that the explosion was a malicious act. Vadym Yermolayev was injured in the blast, and four other individuals were taken to the hospital in a state of shock. The businessman's wife, Anna Yermolayeva, reported that she was unharmed.
Suspect Identified and International Response
Law enforcement in Monaco has identified a woman suspected of involvement in the explosion. Investigators believe she carried out the attack while disguised as a man. The Ukrainian Embassy in France has already contacted police and medical facilities in Monaco to gather further details about the incident.
Maryana Hayovska-Kovbasyuk, head of the Information Policy and Communications Department at the Office of the Prosecutor General, confirmed that active investigative steps are being taken. The situation remains under the control of law enforcement agencies in both countries.
Sources: Glavcom, Ukrinform.
This attack could have serious implications not only for the businessman but also for international relations, as it took place on Monegasque soil—highlighting the cross-border nature of the crime. The case also underscores the growing attention law enforcement is paying to the safety of Ukrainian citizens abroad, particularly those under sanctions or with global business interests.
The attack on Vadym Yermolayev is not an isolated incident, as similar threats have emerged against other sanctioned individuals. For a deeper understanding of the implications surrounding these events, read more about a recent explosion targeting another Ukrainian tycoon in Monaco, which shares alarming similarities with Yermolayev's case. This incident highlights the growing risks faced by business figures in the region. Explore the details of the blast targeting a Ukrainian businessman.