A 62-year-old businessman, Hovhannes Kamarian, was killed in central Moscow after police say an unidentified shooter fired at him from behind. The incident occurred on the night of June 2 on Komsomolsky Prospekt, near a building with several shops and offices that are familiar to locals.
Witness accounts from the scene describe a single gunman approaching from a nearby doorway and opening fire multiple times. Preliminary statements from a law enforcement source indicate that the victim was known to authorities in Armenia and was reportedly wanted there for matters related to prior investigations.
Early reports from Telegram channels suggested that the assailant ran up to the victim and fired several shots at close range, including a head wound and injuries to the back. One channel speculated that the murder might have been ordered, pointing to potential involvement beyond a spontaneous confrontation.
Subsequent updates from Moscow’s regional investigators identified the deceased as a man born in 1960 and confirmed his status as a businessman with a consultancy profile. A representative of the regional investigative authority stated that investigators coordinated the response on the scene, with the local district prosecutor overseeing the process and ensuring collaboration among law enforcement agencies.
Some social media accounts claimed that Kamarian faced an outstanding arrest warrant from Armenia connected to a prior case of attempted murder. These claims have circulated in various Telegram feeds and local chat groups, though authorities have cautioned that details must be verified through official channels.
According to another Telegram interpretation, the businessman was reportedly held in a pre-trial detention facility before his death. The post recounted that on April 7, he had been detained near a major river embankment with assistance from the criminal investigation department and special forces, following advice from Interpol to pursue extradition to Armenia. Such narratives are common in online channels during major incidents, but official confirmation remains the key source of truth.
Investigators noted that the main holdings associated with Kamarian were tied to his family, including his son, Khachatur, who is recorded as the head of Gavary Group, a significant manufacturer in Russia’s polymer sector. On the day of the incident, Kamarian was accompanied by a young woman named Ekaterina Popova. Witnesses described that the killer lay in wait near an archway in a courtyard, and as the couple exited a nearby restaurant, the assailant fired three shots before fleeing. The weapon reportedly included a silencer, according to the initial report.
The young woman who accompanied the victim reportedly left the scene after the first volley and later updated her social media presence, removing images and changing her profile details, according to police accounts circulating online. In the early hours of Friday, authorities announced that the suspected shooter had been apprehended. A 24-year-old man, thought to be linked to the contract-killing claim, was taken into custody and was being questioned as part of the investigation.
Criminal proceedings have been opened under the relevant Russian statutes, with investigators looking into murder and possible arms offenses. Officials emphasized that a thorough inquiry is underway to uncover all circumstances and to establish the motive, any connections to organized crime, and the exact sequence of events that led to the shooting. The investigation team continues to collect evidence, interview witnesses, and review surveillance footage to reconstruct the timeline and identify any accomplices.
As the case moves forward, authorities stress the need for careful verification of all information circulating online. They reiterate that official statements will provide the most reliable details about the suspect, the victim, and the broader context of the incident. The aim is to deliver a clear, complete account of what happened, to support public safety and to bring those responsible to account through proper legal channels.