Amidst the harrowing aftermath of the tragic attack at the Crocus City concert hall near Moscow, authorities have shed light on the identities and backgrounds of the four individuals accused of perpetrating this heinous act of terrorism.
The attack, the deadliest in Russia in two decades, resulted in the deaths of at least 137 people, including three children, with another 182 wounded. Health officials report that around 40 of the wounded are in critical or extremely critical condition.
The suspects, identified by Moscow's Basmanny District Court as Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev (32), Saidakrami Rachabalizoda (30), Shamsidin Fariduni (25), and Mukhammadsobir Faizov (19), face charges of committing a group terrorist attack resulting in fatalities. If convicted, they could receive a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
Here's a comprehensive breakdown of what we know about each suspect:
Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev:
- Age: 32
- Nationality: Tajikistan
- Residence: Initially had temporary registration in Novosibirsk, Siberia, which had expired.
- Background: Mirzoyev, hailing from Tajikistan, surfaced as the first defendant in the courtroom proceedings. His stint in Novosibirsk, albeit temporary, draws attention to potential links beyond Moscow.
- Legal Proceedings: Mirzoyev's appearance in court marked the onset of a judicial process aimed at unraveling the complexities surrounding the concert hall massacre.
Saidakrami Rachabalizoda:
- Age: Believed to be born in 1994
- Nationality: Tajikistan
- Residence: Possessed Russian registration documents, but claimed uncertainty regarding their whereabouts.
- Testimony: Communicated through an interpreter during court proceedings, indicating potential language barriers and raising questions about his level of integration into Russian society.
- Legal Standing: Rachabalizoda's presence as the second defendant underscores the multilayered nature of the investigation, delving into the origins and affiliations of the accused.
Shamsidin Fariduni:
- Age: Born in 1998
- Nationality: Tajikistan
- Occupation: Officially employed at a factory in Podolsk, Russia
- Residence: Registered in Krasnogorsk, Russia
- Background: Fariduni's employment at a Russian factory and residency in Krasnogorsk hint at potential ties to the local community, prompting scrutiny into his social circles and activities.
- Legal Proceedings: As the third defendant, Fariduni's involvement adds another layer to the investigation, prompting authorities to delve deeper into his connections and motivations.
Muhammadsober Faizov:
- Age: Reportedly born in 2004
- Nationality: Tajikistan
- Occupation: Previously worked at a barber shop in Ivanovo, northeast of Moscow
- Residence: Registered in Ivanovo, Russia
- Health Condition: Nonresponsive during court proceedings, necessitating his presence in a wheelchair and accompanied by medical personnel.
- Legal Status: Faizov's younger age and health condition raise questions about his role in the attack and potential susceptibility to coercion or manipulation.
