In Moscow, Russia, law enforcement authorities have taken two Armenian citizens into custody on suspicion of their involvement in the explosion at the “Scarlet Sails” residential complex that resulted in the death of Armen Sargsyan, the founder of the volunteer battalion “Arbat.”
The two detainees, identified as Arman P., 44, and Grachya P., 61, were reportedly apprehended almost two weeks ago, according to information provided by their family members. Arman’s brother mentioned that his brother informed them of being suspected in the Moscow explosion when they managed to contact him.
Hrachya, one of the detainees, is known for his work as a sports and ballroom dance instructor, while Arman, who studied under him in Armenia, also pursued a career as a professional dancer. Despite the accusations, their family members are adamant that the two men are innocent, emphasizing their peaceful nature.
Arman, who works as a hairdresser in Khimki near Moscow, and Grachya, who has been teaching dance in the Moscow region since the early 2000s, hail from Vagharshapat, Armenia. The Armenian Embassy has not confirmed any details regarding the detention of its citizens in connection with the “Scarlet Sails” bombing.
The explosion at the residential complex on Aviation street on February 3 resulted in injuries to Armen Sarkissian, who later succumbed to his wounds in the hospital. Reports revealed that the detonation was carried out by a suicide bomber. Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky admitted the involvement of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) in Sargsyan’s murder in Moscow.
The case continues to unfold as investigators delve deeper into the connections and circumstances surrounding the tragic incident at the “Scarlet Sails” residential complex in Moscow. The families of the detained individuals maintain their belief in their innocence as they await further developments in the investigation.