Doctor and Wife Found Dead in Krasny Sulin

The bodies of a 56-year-old couple were found in an apartment with signs of carbon monoxide poisoning. The husband worked as a doctor at the Central District Hospital.
Apr 18, 2026
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The circumstances surrounding the couple«s death remain under investigation.
Source:
Aleksandr Podoprigora / 161.RU

In Krasny Sulin, the bodies of a 56-year-old couple were found in a residential apartment. Preliminary findings point to carbon monoxide poisoning.

The Investigative Directorate of the Russian Investigative Committee for Rostov Oblast has opened a criminal case under the charge of «causing death by negligence.» A gas water heater was installed in the apartment where the incident occurred.

Forensic examinations have been ordered to determine all circumstances.

«The investigator has appointed forensic examinations, including to establish the exact cause of death and inspect the technical condition of the gas equipment,»

the department«s press service reported.

The Prosecutor«s Office of Rostov Oblast has initiated its own review.

«The Prosecutor»s Office has organized an inspection to ensure compliance with federal legislation. The causes and circumstances of the incident are being identified,«

stated the press service of the supervisory body.

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