MOSCOW, RUSSIA – APRIL 27, 2009 Denis Yevsyukov, a 32-year-old police officer at the time, became the central figure in a tragic incident that shook Moscow in 2009. Yevsyukov, who held a high-ranking position in one of Moscow’s police departments, carried out a brutal attack in a supermarket in the city’s south on the night of April 27. His actions resulted in several deaths and injuries, shocking not only the public but also the law enforcement community, whose trust he was supposed to uphold.

: Denis Yevsyukov 1

: Denis Yevsyukov 2

: Denis Yevsyukov 3

The incident began when Yevsyukov shot and killed a taxi driver who had brought him to the scene. He then entered the supermarket and began shooting at customers and employees. His gunfire was random and indiscriminate, leaving those present in a state of shock and fear for their lives. During the rampage, he killed several people and injured others before being subdued and arrested by a special police unit. It was known that Yevsyukov was under the influence of alcohol at the time, which may have contributed to his uncontrollable behavior.

: The car in which he murdered his first victim

: CCTV Footage

The motivation behind his actions remains unclear, but the investigation revealed that he was struggling with personal issues and could have been under significant work-related stress. His conduct sparked widespread criticism and opened a debate about the state of Russia’s law enforcement agencies. Following his arrest, a trial ensued, during which he was sentenced to life imprisonment for multiple murders and attempted murder.

This case led to a serious reassessment of police operations in Russia and became a catalyst for reforms aimed at ensuring greater accountability and transparency within the security forces. The public was horrified that someone tasked with protecting citizens had become the perpetrator of such a crime, highlighting the need for better oversight of police officers’ mental health and fitness for duty.