The “Tiergarten Murderer” – A Closer Look at Vadim Krasikov

Vadim Krasikov, infamous as the “Tiergarten murderer” in Germany, made headlines as one of the Russian citizens freed in a recent prisoner swap. Convicted of life imprisonment for a murder in Berlin, Krasikov turned out to be an FSB member, as confirmed by the Kremlin.

His victim, Zelimkhan Khangoshvili, a former Chechen field commander seeking asylum in Germany, was gunned down in broad daylight. The investigation revealed Krasikov’s true identity and his connections to Russian intelligence agencies.

Despite being sentenced to life without parole, a provision in German law allowed for the possibility of deportation, leading to a controversial decision by Justice Minister Marco Buschmann.

As the story unfolded, hints at Krasikov’s ties to Putin’s inner circle emerged, shedding light on the dark world of state-sponsored assassinations. The exchange involving Krasikov raised questions about the integrity of the justice system and highlighted the complex dynamics between nations.

With implications reaching the highest levels of power, the case of Vadim Krasikov serves as a chilling reminder of the shadowy realm where politics, espionage, and murder intersect.

Original article in Russian.