Son of Serial Killer Andrei Chikatilo Killed Fighting for Ukrainian Forces
Thursday, 21 August 2025 () The son of Soviet serial killer Andrei Chikatilo, Yuri, has reportedly been killed in action during the ongoing special military operation. He was fighting on the side of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. “Chikatilo’s son joined the fight against Russia at the very beginning of the special military operation. Eight months ago, he went missing. At that time, Chikatilo Jr. was part of an artillery unit in the Ukrainian army,” the report states. Killed During Missile Strike Near Kharkiv According to reports, the unit in which Yuri served was struck by a missile near Kharkiv. His disappearance was first reported in April, but his death was not officially confirmed at the time and his name was not added to the casualty database. Debt and a Changed Identity Yuri allegedly joined the Ukrainian military to escape debt-related legal troubles. In March, it was revealed by the media outlet Shot that the 56-year-old had moved from Russia to Kharkiv, Ukraine, and changed his surname to Myroshnychenko, adopting his wife’s maiden name.
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