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Stoyan Iliev Kolev
Europol lists Stoyan Iliev Kolev, a Bulgarian national, on EU Most Wanted. The notice says Kolev is wanted for: Kidnapping, illegal restraint and hostage-taking, Murder, grievous bodily injury.
Born on 5 March 1972, he would now be 54. He speaks Bulgarian.
- Murder or homicide
- Kidnapping or hostage-taking
- Weapons offences
- Violent assault or bodily harm
Charges, as published
- Kidnapping, illegal restraint and hostage-taking, Murder, grievous bodily injury
Case details, as published by Europol
Wanted – Kidnapping and Murder Status: Wanted / Ongoing investigation 🔎 Case Summary The suspect is wanted in connection with a serious violent crime — involving both kidnapping and contract killing — committed in Bulgaria. 📅 When and Where Period: March 2007 to 6 March 2008 Location of murder: Gorska Niva area, on the land of Panitsovo village, Nessebar municipality 👤 Who and What Victim: a male Bulgarian national Suspect’s Role: The suspect is believed to have organized, facilitated and abetted two other individuals in: Kidnapping the victim — the perpetrators were armed and reportedly paid to commit the offence. Murder of the same victim — the killing was carried out with a firearm (pistol). ⚠️ How – Motive & Circumstances The offences appear to have been planned, coordinated and commissioned for payment. The murder was executed under conditions of dangerous recidivism, indicating a heightened risk to public safety. ℹ️ Important Notice The suspect may be armed and dangerous.If you have any information, do NOT approach directly — contact the relevant authorities immediately via the tip form on the EUMW website.
About this notice
EU Most Wanted is Europol's public list of fugitives nominated by the police forces of EU member states, who remain responsible for each case. All Europol records →
If you have information
Europol's EU Most Wanted site has an anonymous tip form for each fugitive; tips are forwarded to the national police force handling the case. Report on eumostwanted.eu ↗
Do not attempt to approach or detain anyone yourself.
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