Investigation Confirms Remains of Two Underage Girls Found in Krasnoyarsk Territory
The discovery of skeletal remains from two underage girls has been confirmed in the Krasnoyarsk Territory. This information comes from the press offices of the Investigative Department of the Krasnoyarsk Territory and the Investigative Committee of the Republic of Khakassia, which reported the case details to the public.
According to official statements, the two girls, both aged 16 and 17, disappeared on June 26, 2000, in the town of Kodinsk. For many years, authorities pursued leads that proved inconclusive. In a development announced in 2023, investigators established a connection between the missing girls and the death of a 41-year-old Krasnoyarsk resident who had previously lived in Kodinsk.
Following the arrest of the suspected perpetrator, investigators disclosed that he admitted to approaching the minors in the garage area and requesting payment of a debt. In his account, he assaulted the girls with a sledgehammer and concealed their bodies in a deep burial site. The confession and procedural findings marked a turning point in a case that had remained unresolved for more than two decades.
On April 3, 2023, forensic specialists working with the Kezhemsky District team and the regional Investigative Committee located the burial site, a pit approximately 5.5 meters deep, within the Kodinsk garage area. In addition to skeletal remains, investigators recovered personal belongings, including watches, two pairs of shoes, and clothing, which were documented as crucial evidence in the ongoing investigation. The official description of the scene and the materials recovered was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and allied forensic units.
The accused is facing formal charges and will remain in custody as the legal process proceeds toward trial. The case has prompted renewed attention to long-unsolved homicides in the region and underscores the persistent work of investigators to piece together timelines that stretch back many years.
Historically, the case has involved extensive scrutiny beyond the immediate locality. Earlier information indicated that the suspect had ties to Sergiev Posad, and that two related bodies had been found in a separate residential setting. Authorities emphasized that the latest findings are an essential part of a larger effort to clarify multiple related incidents and to deliver accountability for victims and their families.
As the investigation continues, prosecutors and investigators are expected to provide ongoing updates about new developments, forensic results, and the progression of the case through the judicial system. The public is advised to rely on official channels for accurate information while respecting the legal process and the privacy of those affected by these tragic events.