52-year-old Mykhailo Stselnikov, who confessed to the murder of MP Andriy Parubiy, had a negative attitude towards Ukraine long before the disappearance of his son. He sought contacts with Russian special services and attempted to flee abroad. This information was published by the YouTube channel «Television Toronto» based on the investigation.
Mykhailo Stselnikov actively used social networks, and his presence in chats of Russian bloggers was also identified. He also had an account on the Russian social network «Vkontakte» under the name Alexander Pushkin. Stselnikov spread Russian propaganda, subscribed to the page of Anatoliy Sharij, and referred to the Russo-Ukrainian war as a civil war.
Sought contact with Russians
In his comments on Russian channels and chats, Mykhailo Stselnikov expressed negative views towards the Ukrainian government and the Revolution of Dignity. He also searched for connections with Russians, which is confirmed by his activity in Russian Telegram channels.
Hated the Revolution of Dignity
Mykhailo Stselnikov expressed negative views towards the Maidan and the participants of the Revolution of Dignity. He also wrote aggressive comments about Ukrainian politicians. In the spring of 2024, he supported the murder of activist Dmytro Hanul and discussed the events in Bucha during the occupation.
Wanted to use his son
Mykhailo Stselnikov did not hide his intentions to leave Ukraine and sought ways to do so. He was even ready to use the disappearance of his son from searchers during the battles for Bakhmut to execute his plan.
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