On Sunday, June 28, an event occurred that shocked the command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The commander of the 154th Separate Mechanized Brigade, Colonel Vladimir Kononnikov, was found without signs of life.
Official information about the tragedy was confirmed by the Southern Operational Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. A reference to this data is cited in a report by RBC-Ukraine.
Investigation Progress
Immediately after the body was discovered, law enforcement agencies began preliminary investigative actions. Simultaneously, an official service investigation was ordered to establish the exact circumstances of the incident.
According to preliminary data obtained at the scene, no signs of violent death were found. However, final conclusions regarding the cause of death will only be made after the completion of a full investigation.
Command Response
Representatives of the operational command stated their full support for the work of law enforcement agencies. The official statement also included a request to media representatives and the public to refrain from spreading unverified information and to respect the privacy of the deceased officer's family.
Vladimir Kononnikov was characterized by the command as an officer devoted to Ukraine. He was noted as a responsible commander who always showed care for the personnel of his unit.