Husband of 25-Year-Old Woman Murdered, Suspect on the Run - Iranian Citizen

The investigative committee of Armenia has made significant progress in uncovering the murder case of a 25-year-old woman. The identity of the alleged perpetrator has been established as her 32-year-old husband, who is a citizen of Iran.

Earlier reports indicated that on August 17, 2020, around 3:00 PM, the police discovered the body of the young woman with visible injuries to her neck and face on Hovsepyan Street in Yerevan.

The investigation revealed that during a heated argument about personal and family issues, the 32-year-old man unlawfully deprived his wife of her life by strangling her and then fled the scene.

With sufficient evidence obtained, an official decision was made to charge the 32-year-old man under Article 104 of the Criminal Code of Armenia (murder), and he is now wanted by law enforcement. A measure of restraint has been selected for him, which includes detention.

Efforts are underway to locate the suspect and present him to the investigating authority. The investigation is ongoing.

Note: A suspect or accused person is considered innocent until proven guilty in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Armenia and a legally binding court decision.