Prosecutors have released two Belarusian nationals detained in the investigation into the killing of 44-year-old Russian cartoonist Robert K., who was fatally shot in Bia\u0142a Podlaska on Monday, June 15. <\/p>\n
Intensive investigative work continues, with a comprehensive collection of forensic and digital evidence currently under analysis. Prosecutors are reviewing surveillance footage and witness testimonies to piece together the sequence of events.<\/p>\n
Several investigative leads are being pursued simultaneously, though specific details regarding the strategy remain confidential. The two Belarusian citizens initially detained have been cleared of any connection to the crime.<\/p>\n
Prime Minister Donald Tusk has characterized the killing as a political assassination. He stated that if the act was commissioned by Russia, it would constitute an act of state terrorism with serious international implications.<\/p>\n
The Prime Minister acknowledged the difficulty of the investigation, noting the challenges in identifying professional contract killers. Authorities are currently awaiting the preliminary results of the victim’s autopsy.<\/p>\n
The victim, Robert K., was a political dissident known for his caricatures criticizing Vladimir Putin and the Russian regime. Both the police and the Internal Security Agency had previously offered the 44-year-old security protection.<\/p>\n
The assailant approached the victim on a sidewalk around 9:30\u20139:45 AM on Monday and opened fire. Forensics confirmed seven gunshot wounds to the victim’s head, chest, and back. Police are calling for witnesses to come forward with any information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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