One of 18 scientists who worked to develop Russia’s COVID-19 vaccine, dubbed Sputnik V in 20202, has been found dead in his Moscow apartment.

Given this situation, an investigation was opened into the murder of Andrei Botikov, who was found strangled with a belt.

according to Daily mail, a 29-year-old man was arrested for the crime. They had been discussing money when the antisocial came into the house.

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An investigative committee charged with the case stated that when questioned, he confessed to the crime, even though he had already been prosecuted for another crime. The portal specified that he had already served 10 years in prison for providing sexual services.

Botikov had received the Order of Merit to the Fatherland award.

In recent months, the deaths of several personalities have been recorded and members of the Russian elite have been found dead. One of the most recent cases was that of Russian General Vladimir Makarov, who is believed to have committed suicide some time after his discharge for his work to counter extremism in Russia.