Person attempting to trespass Azerbaijan-Iran border shot

The incident took place on Azerbaijan-Iran border, Yardimli region Police Department reported.

The unknown person attempted to cross border illegally in Azerbaijan’s Yardimli region bordering with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The trespasser neglected the "Stop!" command given by the Azerbaijani border-guards. The border-guards had to open fire to him. The trespasser died as a result of bullet wound.

The personality of the trespasser was identified as a result of investigation. It was known that he is resident of Yardimli region Jafar Jafarov. The purpose of his trespass is unknown.

The investigation is underway on the fact.


/APA/