A suspect, the third person named in connection with the assault on an individual involved in a special military operation, surrendered to police in the Trans-Baikal region. He arrived at a police station in the morning on Sunday, August 13, where he was taken into custody. Investigators are now continuing to work with him as the case moves toward formal examination by the authorities. The regional press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs notes that the detainee will soon be transferred to the investigating authorities for further proceedings as part of the ongoing inquiry.
The regional law enforcement agency described an intensive, week-long operation aimed at locating all individuals implicated in the incident. The Nerchinsko-Zavodsky district police station, supported by seasoned officers from the regional Ministry of Internal Affairs’ criminal investigation department, carried out continuous operational search activities. The effort involved coordinated patrols, data collection, and on-the-ground inquiries designed to establish the full sequence of events and identify all involved parties.
According to officials, forest corridors and rural settlements near the village of Nerchinskiy Zavod were systematically scanned. In addition, officers conducted door-to-door checks in nearby houses and structures to verify sightings and gather information that could narrow down possible locations of the perpetrator. Local residents and relatives of those suspected of involvement were approached in hopes of obtaining actionable details about where the suspects might have hidden or frequented.
The incident in which a member of the special military operation was assaulted occurred in the early hours of August 5 in Nerchinskiy Zavod. The injured individual, described in official reports as having sustained damage to medals and a broken phone during the altercation, reportedly faced attackers who were under the influence at the time. Local authorities, including Alexander Osipov, the governor of the Trans-Baikal Territory, confirmed these details and noted that the initial suspect was identified by August 6, with a second suspect subsequently detained. The full scope of the assault and its motives remained under investigation as the regional authorities pursued a comprehensive account of the incident. (source: regional press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs)
Observers are watching how the case unfolds as investigators build a complete picture of the events, the individuals involved, and any possible connections to broader security matters in the region. The ongoing process emphasizes collaborative efforts across multiple law enforcement divisions, consistent with standard procedures when dealing with sensitive matters tied to security operations and the well-being of regional personnel and civilians alike. The authorities stressed that all actions are being conducted within the framework of established legal guidelines to ensure a fair and thorough examination of the case.
In related notes, regional officials underscored the importance of transparent communication with communities while safeguarding the integrity of the investigation. Residents were urged to provide information that could illuminate the whereabouts of suspects or offer insight into how the events unfolded on that August night. The public was reminded that cooperation with law enforcement is crucial to resolving cases that touch on military operations and public safety. (attribution: regional press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs)