37-year-old professional Russian hockey player Artem Tortochakov tragically passed away in a bar fight
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Artem Tortochakov, a 37-year-old professional Russian hockey player tragically passed away after being involved in a bar fight.
Artem Tortochakov was a player in the HC Metallurg system, according to police who are still investigating this situation they have stated that he ended up passing away while at the hospital on November 3rd. A witness stated that Tortochakov got into a fight with another man outside of the club, which would ultimately lead to his passing.
Ria Novatsi has stated that an investigation is officially underway.
"The press service of the Investigative Committee told RIA Novosti that a criminal case has been opened against a 25-year-old resident of Abakan regarding the death of a 37-year-old man as a result of a fight. According to investigators, on the night of November 3, the deceased and the suspect had a fight while near one of the entertainment establishments in Abakan. Afterwards, the suspect struck the victim several times with his hands and a kick in the head. Then the fight moved further away from the establishment.
The victim was taken to the hospital, however, despite the resuscitation measures taken, it was not possible to save the man."
A forensic expert has stated that Tortochakov's passing was due to a traumatic brain injury.
This information has been translated:
"A hockey player of Metallurg Khakassia died after a fight near a nightclub in Abakan
A source in the investigative committee told RIA Novosti that there was a conflict between 37-year-old hockey player Artem Tortochakov and a 25-year-old resident of Abakan, which led to the death of the athlete."
It's unsure how long the investigation is going to take in this situation, but we will be sure to provide an update whenever there is one.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tortochakov family, his life was taken from him at too young of an age. May he Rest in Peace.
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