President of the Botev football club killed in Bulgaria

Iliyan Filipov, president of the Bulgarian football club Botev, was killed last night. The murder occurred as the businessman was returning home after his team's match.

This was reported by the Bulgarian outlet Nova.

According to the source, Filipov was killed with a single shot to the head. The businessman was shot near his home. There is no information about anyone detained or being sought. Law enforcement agencies are currently stopping suspicious vehicles and searching for the perpetrator.

It is noted that near the residential complex where Filipov lived there is a wooded area. Law enforcement officers believe that it was there that the killer lay in wait for the businessman. The area where the crime took place is relatively new, with many new buildings. Because of this, local residents have repeatedly complained about poor lighting.

Source: Championat