On April 4, Russian media reported that Governor Andrei Chibis of the Murmansk region was attacked and stabbed in the stomach while walking out of a cultural center in Apatity. The attacker, a 42-year-old resident of the city, admitted during interrogation that he did not know the governor personally but had a dislike for him.
Governor Chibis’ condition remains serious following the attack. Forensic experts have been ordered to conduct various examinations, including psychiatric evaluations, as part of the ongoing investigation into the incident. The governor is currently being treated in the intensive care unit at Apatitsko-Kirov Central City Hospital and has regained consciousness.
However, it appears that there may be more to this story than what meets the eye. According to recent reports, Governor Chibis had previously been involved in several controversial decisions related to environmental protection and resource extraction in the region. These decisions have sparked protests from local residents and environmental groups who fear that they are being ignored by authorities.
It is unclear if these issues are connected to the attempted murder on April 4 or if they are simply coincidental. However, it is clear that Governor Chibis’ actions have made him a target for those who feel threatened by his policies. As investigations continue, it will be important to explore these connections and determine if they played any role in this violent attack on one of Russia’s top leaders.
