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Former Russian Senator Umar Dzhabrailov Found Dead in Moscow in Apparent Suicide

Investigators reviewing the case say they see no criminal element as recent DOJ Epstein files naming him draw fresh attention.

Overview

  • Dzhabrailov, 67, was found with a gunshot wound to the head at the Vesper Tverskaya complex around 3 a.m., was taken to hospital, and was pronounced dead.
  • Russian media citing police sources reported a Luger pistol was recovered at the scene and no suicide note was located.
  • A law-enforcement source quoted by TASS said an investigation is underway and currently indicates no sign of foul play.
  • The Chechen businessman served in Russia’s Federation Council from 2004 to 2009 and had a previously reported suicide attempt in 2020.
  • His name appears in newly released U.S. Justice Department Epstein records that include 2001 emails with Ghislaine Maxwell, which are not evidence of wrongdoing.