Russian soldier Roman Siromiatnikov killed in car explosion

Roman Siromiatnikov, a Russian military participant, was killed in a car explosion in Novomoskovsk, Tula Oblast, on October 2. Reports indicate the vehicle exploded while in motion, subsequently striking a pole.

According to various sources, an explosive device may have been placed underneath the driver's side of the vehicle. Security forces, including members of the Rosgvardia, were present at the scene following the incident.

Siromiatnikov served in the 51st Regiment of the 106th Airborne Division. He had been accused by Ukrainian authorities of involvement in the torture of Ukrainian prisoners of war and was listed in the ‘Mirotvorets’ database. Following his service on the front lines, he reportedly worked as a teacher, where he spoke to students about participating in the conflict in Ukraine.