The Investigative Committee of Russia reported that a criminal case has been opened over the death of Stanislav Rzhitsky, who served as deputy head of Krasnodar’s mobilization office. The agency cited TASS as the source for these updates.
According to the investigation, a 42-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound at daybreak on a site near Beregovaya Street in the district centre, the committee stated. The details point to a fatal injury sustained in what authorities describe as a targeted incident.
Earlier coverage noted that the murder occurred around 7:00 in the morning in a park adjacent to the Olimp sports complex. Authorities indicated that the assailant had tracked Rzhitsky for an extended period, was familiar with his routine, and selected the location to minimize the likelihood of being captured by security cameras.
On 10 July, Krasnodar’s deputy head of the city department for mobilization work was reportedly shot. The official account describes that Rzhitsky was taking a morning jog when an unidentified individual ambushed him, firing four shots into his back and chest. Reports additionally noted that the victim held the rank of captain and commanded the Krasnodar submarine unit. Some Ukrainian media outlets have alleged that the incident involved use of a weapon system referenced as “Caliber” on Ukrainian soil, a claim that has been attributed to local media sources and subsequently disputed by various observers. [Source: Investigative Committee of Russia]
In related context, discussions about negotiations with Russia have surfaced in Ukrainian reporting, reflecting the ongoing volatility surrounding mobilization and security matters in the region. [Source: Investigative Committee of Russia]
The case underscores the ongoing security pressures faced by regional officials involved in mobilization activities in southern Russia. Investigators have urged anyone with information to come forward through proper channels, while safeguarding the privacy and safety of witnesses, victims, and families affected by the incident. The authorities emphasize that no detail is beyond the scope of the probe as they work to establish a complete timeline of events and identify those responsible. [Source: Investigative Committee of Russia]