**Russian Citizen Found Dead in Ruppur Project Washroom**
In a tragic turn of events at the Ruppur Nuclear Power Plant project in Pabna’s Ishwardi upazila, a Russian citizen named Ivan Kaitowajov was discovered dead in a common washroom on the 9th floor of the 14th building in Green City on Thursday afternoon. Ivan, aged 40, worked as an electrical circuit installer at the ESCAM company within the project.
**Details of the Incident**
According to police and project sources, on Thursday at 6:57 a.m., Ivan called his colleague Victor on WhatsApp, informing him that he was feeling unwell and unable to go to the office. When attempts to reach him for updates failed at noon, Victor alerted his office mates, Krill and Igor, who rushed to the scene. They found the flat locked and, with the key from administrative officer Soharbir, entered to search for Ivan. Not finding him inside the flat, they proceeded to the washroom, where they discovered it locked from the inside. Upon forcibly opening the door, they found Ivan hanging by a black cloth strap from the washroom’s ventilator grille, with his neck entangled, and his body lifeless.
**Official Statements and Investigation**
Officer-in-charge (OC) Shahidul Islam Shahid of the Ishwardi police confirmed that Ivan’s body was found in the washroom. A medical team from Green City later declared him dead. The CID Crime Scene Unit has been informed and is collecting evidence. The body has been transferred to Pabna Medical College for a post-mortem examination. Once the autopsy report is obtained, the cause of death will be determined.
In this tragic incident, it is essential to ensure a thorough investigation to understand the circumstances surrounding Ivan’s untimely demise and provide closure to his family and loved ones.
**Conclusion**
As we await further details from the authorities, it is a stark reminder of the importance of workplace safety and the necessity of prompt action in response to distress signals. Our hearts go out to Ivan’s family and friends during this difficult time, and we hope that a comprehensive investigation sheds light on the events leading to this unfortunate loss of life.
