Yevgeny Prigozhin in fatal plane crash, Russian officials say

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Notorious warlord Yevgeny Prigozhin, known for his role in the Wagner group's failed mutiny, perished in a tragic plane crash during a flight from Moscow to St. Petersburg, as confirmed by Russian officials.



All 10 individuals on board, including three crew members, lost their lives in the accident, stated Russia's emergency ministry, cited by RIA Novosti. While a passenger named Prigozhin was among those on the plane, no further details were provided.

If verified, Prigozhin's demise would mark a dramatic end to his career. After prominently participating in Vladimir Putin's Ukraine invasion, Prigozhin led his paramilitary force on an unsuccessful march on Moscow in June.


Graphic videos shared on social media linked to Russian security services depicted the crash site in the Tver region, northwest of Moscow. Eight bodies were recovered from the area, and the Russian investigative committee initiated a criminal inquiry. The aviation agency Rosaviatsiya launched a commission to find the plane's black box.


A post from Wagner-affiliated social media channel Grey Zone suggested that Russian anti-aircraft defenses might have downed the aircraft. Local reports mentioned residents hearing two loud bangs prior to the crash.



During the time of the crash report, Putin was attending a WWII commemorative event near the Ukraine border. US President Joe Biden, on vacation, expressed that he was not surprised by the news given the context of Russia.


The US National Security Council and a western official both hinted at the plane potentially being brought down by a Russian anti-aircraft missile system.


Prigozhin, once known as "Putin's chef," rose to prominence in Russia's war efforts before leading a coup against the military leadership in June. While Wagner briefly controlled cities and engaged in clashes, they eventually brokered a truce with Belarus. Prigozhin hinted at Wagner's involvement in African conflicts and his mission to strengthen Russia's influence globally.


The aircraft involved, an Embraer Legacy, had been frequently used by Prigozhin for travel, including to Africa. Investigations were considering the possibility of a terrorist attack onboard as a potential cause for the crash.

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