Sergey Shalaev
Sergey Shalaev is a senior lieutenant in the Armed Forces of Ukraine who was recently arrested on suspicion of murdering radical activist Demyan Ganul in Odessa. He was transferred to the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade in July 2024, but had not participated in combat missions due to ongoing medical treatment and was considered a deserter since February 22, 2025. His arrest on March 14, 2025, came after a closed court hearing where the prosecutor's office raised suspicions of a contract killing and a potential Russian connection.
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Sergey Shalaev is a senior lieutenant suspected of murdering radical activist Demyan Ganul.
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Sergey Shalaev is a senior lieutenant suspected of murdering radical activist Demyan Ganul.
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Sergey Shalaev is a senior lieutenant suspected of murdering radical activist Demyan Ganul.
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Sergey Shalaev is a senior lieutenant suspected of murdering radical activist Demyan Ganul.
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Sergey Shalaev is a senior lieutenant suspected of murdering radical activist Demyan Ganul.
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Sergey Shalaev is a senior lieutenant suspected of murdering radical activist Demyan Ganul.
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