Shooting Incident in Dolgoprudny: A Tragic Family Conflict
In a shocking incident in Dolgoprudny, Moscow Region, 52-year-old Alexey V. opened fire on his neighbors, resulting in the death of Yuri and serious injury to his wife, Irina. The Investigative Committee of Russia reported that Alexey shot the couple at least five times, with Yuri succumbing to his injuries at the scene. Irina, who was shot in the leg, managed to escape and was assisted by a taxi driver to a hospital where she underwent surgery for her injuries.
The motive behind this violent act appears to stem from an ongoing conflict over a parking space, although family members suggest a deeper history of intimidation and harassment. Alexey had allegedly been following the couple for about a year, which escalated into physical violence when he attacked Yuri previously. The couple’s children are currently in the care of Irina's brother, as their parents deal with the aftermath of this tragic event.
Ongoing Violence in the Moscow Region
This incident is part of a disturbing trend of gun violence in the Moscow region. Just a day before the Dolgoprudny shooting, an assassination attempt was made on Sherip Alikhadzhiev, an assistant to a State Duma deputy, in Lapino. Alikhadzhiev was shot at multiple times but survived and is now in intensive care. Authorities are still searching for the assailant, indicating a worrying rise in violent crimes involving firearms in the area.
As the investigation continues, the community is left grappling with the implications of such violence, and efforts are underway to locate the family’s missing dog, which fled during the shooting. The tragic events highlight the urgent need for addressing underlying conflicts and the dangers posed by firearms in residential areas.
