Wildberries CEO's Estranged Husband Arrested and Charged with Murder after Deadly Raid

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19/09/2024 15h26

In a shocking turn of events, the estranged husband of Tatyana Bakalchuk, Russia's richest woman and CEO of retail giant Wildberries, has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes, including murder. The arrest comes just a day after a deadly armed raid took place at the company's central Moscow offices.

Vladislav Bakalchuk, whom Tatyana is currently divorcing, is accused of leading the armed raid into the Wildberries offices. According to Vladislav Bakalchuk's lawyers, he has been detained and charged with murder, attempted murder, assault of a law enforcement officer, and vigilantism.

The raid resulted in the tragic deaths of two individuals, including a security guard, in a shooting incident that took place just a few streets away from the Kremlin. This incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of businesses in the area.

The timing of the raid is notable, as it occurred shortly after Wildberries finalized a merger deal that Vladislav had vocally criticized. The controversial deal had also attracted attention from Ramzan Kadyrov, the strongman leader of Chechnya, who had vowed to impede its progress.

Vladislav Bakalchuk's lawyers claim that he was on his way to a pre-arranged meeting to resolve a corporate conflict when the tragic events unfolded. They argue that it was the staff at the Wildberries office who fired the first shots. However, Tatyana Bakalchuk dismisses these claims as "absurd," firmly asserting that no negotiations were ever agreed upon.

In a tearful message, Tatyana Bakalchuk expressed her dismay at her husband's alleged actions, questioning how he could face their children and his own parents. The couple, who are major stakeholders in Wildberries, have been undergoing a divorce, further adding complexity to an already enigmatic situation.

Wildberries is Russia's largest online retailer, founded by Tatyana Bakalchuk in 2004. Over the years, the company has evolved from an online clothes reseller to become a prominent marketplace offering a wide range of products.

As investigations unfold, the shocking events at Wildberries have brought attention to corporate conflicts and their potential consequences. The case has captivated the public, highlighting the importance of maintaining safety and security within business environments, even for industry giants like Wildberries.

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