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Russian Man Identified as Victim in Suspected Burning Man Homicide

Vadim Kruglov, 37, was found dead at Burning Man festival; authorities are investigating and seeking public assistance to identify suspects in this rare homicide case.

  • Vadim Kruglov, a 37-year-old Russian man, was found dead in a pool of blood at Burning Man on Saturday night near Black Rock City.
  • The Pershing County Sheriff's Office launched a homicide investigation following a festivalgoer reporting the body between 8 and 9:30 p.m. that evening.
  • Kruglov was last seen by friends on Friday, August 29, and his belongings remained at camp while the area where he was found was closed off to attendees.
  • Burning Man organizers stated they are assisting the sheriff's investigation and donating to a reward fund to help catch the perpetrator, while authorities continue to seek information.
  • The investigation remains active with interviews ongoing, suggesting efforts to bring justice for Kruglov amid the isolated incident at the festival.
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