Botev Plovdiv President and Businessman Iliyan Filipov Shot Dead
Bulgarian businessman and Botev Plovdiv president Iliyan Filipov was shot dead in the city of Plovdiv in the early hours of Wednesday.
According to Bulgaristan.net.tr, police received a report of a man who had been shot at around 1:00 a.m. Emergency teams arrived at the scene and confirmed Filipov’s death.
Police officers secured the area while criminal investigators began examining the scene. Authorities also increased checks at the main entry and exit points of Plovdiv as part of the investigation.
Filipov was attacked after leaving Botev Plovdiv’s stadium
According to initial information cited by Bulgaristan.net.tr, Filipov was attacked after returning home from Botev Plovdiv’s stadium.
Police teams carried out operations at several locations across the city following the shooting. Security measures were also increased around Peshtersko Shose, where officers were reported to be checking vehicles and looking for possible evidence.
The exact circumstances of the shooting and the motive behind the attack have not yet been officially disclosed. Bulgaristan.net.tr reported that the investigation remained in its early stages and that authorities were expected to provide further information.
A prominent figure in Plovdiv football
Iliyan Filipov was a well-known figure in Plovdiv’s business community and was closely associated with the transport sector. He was also a major figure in the management and financial structure of Botev Plovdiv.
His name was closely linked to the reconstruction of Hristo Botev Stadium, the home ground of the club.
Botev Plovdiv confirmed its deep grief following Filipov’s death and paid tribute to his contribution to the club and the completion of the stadium reconstruction.
Police investigating all possible leads
Police in Plovdiv are continuing to collect evidence and investigate the circumstances surrounding the killing.
According to Bulgaristan.net.tr, there is currently no officially confirmed explanation for the motive behind the attack, while possible suspects and the circumstances of the shooting remain under investigation.
Reuters also reported that Plovdiv District Prosecutor Vanya Hristeva said authorities were actively pursuing all possible leads.
Iliyan Filipov was also the owner of PIMK, one of Bulgaria’s major transport and logistics companies. Bulgarian media reported that he was killed at a property he owned in Plovdiv at around 1:00 a.m.
The investigation is ongoing.
Source: NationalTurk
