The convict suffered from mental health problems and was diagnosed with schizophrenia, for which he was continuously monitored by the health services of the penitentiary system and treated with specialized medication. During the period 2022–2026, he was hospitalized several times in the Prison Hospital, while the last hospitalization was on 28.05.2026.
According to preliminary data, at around 16:50, he was found hanging himself in the toilet of his accommodation room, with a personal tool. Immediately after the finding, security and health personnel intervened without delay, but from the verifications carried out, it was determined that death had been instantaneous.
A few minutes before the incident, at 16:20, the convict was visited by health personnel. During the time interval until the moment of the finding, the police officer on duty carried out checks and monitoring according to the prescribed procedures.
The Agency for the Supervision of the Execution of Criminal Decisions, in cooperation with the Prosecution Office, is continuing to carry out all investigative actions to fully clarify the circumstances of the event.
The General Directorate of Prisons expresses its condolences to the family of the deceased and guarantees full cooperation with the responsible institutions for the full clarification of the case./ Top Channel