In a startling metro incident in Moscow, a resident from the Volgograd region found themselves missing a package containing a substantial sum—8 million rubles. The loss came to light only several days later while the person was traveling by train, according to Rhine TV’s coverage.
Initial reports indicate that, on February 11, 2023, the individual was en route from Krasnogorsk to Paveletsky railway station. During the journey, the traveler used multiple modes of transit, including the metro itself. The bag had a tape-wrapped package inside and was described as wide open, leading the person to believe the money might have been dropped or stolen in transit.
The traveler stated that the loss was noticed on the train, and a police report was filed only a few days afterward. Authorities are currently conducting a thorough investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the disappearance and to determine whether a crime occurred. The decision to initiate a criminal case will follow once investigators identify the precise causes and conditions that led to the loss.
Officials note that the case remains active, with investigators examining surveillance footage, transit logs, and potential witnesses who might have seen the bag during its passage through various transport modes. As the inquiry progresses, the focus is on reconstructing the sequence of events, the bag’s last known location, and any possible individuals who may have been in proximity to the item at the critical moments.
In a separate but related line of reporting, prosecutors have previously handled cases involving large sums of money tied to real estate offers, including instances where a retiree in Kaluga was implicated in promising rent arrangements for substantial sums. While such cases underscore the temptation and risk associated with significant cash transfers, the current incident remains under official scrutiny to determine if any criminal activity is involved and whether other factors may have contributed to the loss.