Murder of Andriy Parubiy: What is known about the suspect's arrest and motives of the crime

Ukraine is agitated by the brutal murder of former Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, deputy and one of the leaders of the Revolution of Dignity - Andriy Parubiy, which occurred in Lviv on August 30. The suspect in this crime has been arrested, and an active investigation is underway. This was reported by Interior Minister Igor Klymenko.

Chronology of events

• Murder
• Investigation: planned assassination
• Arrest of the suspect
• Motives: political context and possible 'Russian trace'
• Who is Andriy Parubiy

Murder

On August 30, 2025, in Lviv on Yefremova Street, shooting occurred during which an unknown person, appearing as a courier, shot Andriy Parubiy, leading to his death. The shooter fled on an electric bicycle, a special operation 'Siren' began, and law enforcement started the investigation.

Investigation: planned assassination

The Interior Minister confirmed that the murder was carefully planned. Many operatives from Lviv region and the National Police, as well as the Security Service, are involved in the case. The president has taken personal control of the case.

Arrest of the suspect

36 hours after the murder, the suspect was arrested in the Khmelnytsky region. President Zelensky informed the public about this. Investigation details are not yet disclosed.

Motives: political context and possible 'Russian trace'

Political motives for the murder are not ruled out. Parubiy actively protested against Russian interference and advocated for Ukrainian interests. Various versions are being considered, including a potential Russian trace.

Who is Andriy Parubiy

Andriy Parubiy is a Ukrainian politician and historian, co-founder of the 'People's Movement' party, and an active participant in various revolutions. His political career and activities impress many. His death has come as a great shock to Ukrainian society.

After the brutal murder of Andriy Parubiy in Lviv, an active investigation has begun, taking into account possible political motives and a potential 'Russian trace'. The society of Ukraine is shocked and concerned by the loss of a prominent figure in Ukrainian politics.