Russian artist and Putin critic Semyon Skrepetsky shot dead in Poland
Russian artist and Kremlin critic Semyon Skrepetsky was shot dead Monday morning in Poland, officials said, in a killing that has shocked opposition activists and raised questions about whether his political work played a role in his death.
TL;DR
- Russian artist Semyon Skrepetsky was shot dead in Biała Podlaska, Poland.
- Skrepetsky was known for his artwork and performances criticizing Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
- He had been living in Poland since 2021, fearing political persecution in Russia.
- Two Belarusian citizens were detained near the Belarusian consulate but have not been charged.
- Investigators are considering a political motive for the killing, and Skrepetsky had reportedly received threats.
- Skrepetsky recently staged a protest in Berlin in front of the Russian embassy.