On September 23, 2026, it was reported about an incident that occurred in July this year, when Russian rapper Dzhigan (real name Denis Ustimenko) opened fire in his home in Podmoskovie. On that day, he was in an inadequate state, armed with a Saiga-9 carbine, and accused the staff of betrayal.
Timeline of Events
The incident lasted about 10 hours, during which Dzhigan held the staff hostage. He accused them of leaking information and attempted to force them to confess to crimes. During the interrogation, one of the guards was shot when Dzhigan held a gun to his head and gave him five seconds to escape, after which he opened fire.
- Dzhigan's children hid in closets during the shooting.
- Neighbors heard the gunfire and called the police.
- The rapper was subdued after the arrival of law enforcement.
Public Reaction
The incident sparked widespread public interest, as Dzhigan is a well-known figure who had previously not commented on the war in Ukraine. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, he has not spoken about military actions, but in 2023 he mocked Russians fleeing the country to avoid mobilization.
Further Actions
After the incident, the rapper was forcibly sent to a rehabilitation center in Israel, where he remains to this day. It is known that Dzhigan hails from Odesa, but has lived and worked in Russia for most of his life. His activities are subject to sanctions from the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.