The State Bureau of Investigations has initiated a preliminary investigation into the death of a soldier serving at the country's border.

According to the DBR, on September 2, around 11:00 AM, the body of a border guard was found in the village of Rivne in Volyn, with a service weapon in his hand.

After receiving a call on the emergency line «102», DBR investigators, together with the National Police, arrived at the scene to conduct initial investigative actions: they examined the site, interviewed witnesses, and seized items that could serve as evidence in the case. A forensic medical examination and a weapon examination were also appointed.

The incident has been preliminarily classified under part 1 of Article 115 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (intentional murder). Investigators are currently checking all versions, including the possibility of suicide.

The preliminary investigation is ongoing.