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Knife Believed Used in Burning Man Killing Recovered as Search for Suspect Continues

Investigators say the temporary desert city complicates collecting evidence.

Overview

  • The Pershing County Sheriff’s Office says a common kitchen knife, described as a green paring-style knife, was recovered near the body of 37-year-old Vadim Kruglov.
  • Officials report Kruglov died from a single stab wound to the neck, with deputies locating his body at about 9:14 p.m. on Aug. 30 in the area of 8:00 to 8:45 and I Street.
  • No suspect has been identified, and authorities say they have received hundreds of tips as they pursue new leads.
  • Burning Man and Secret Witness are offering a combined $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest, and investigators are seeking photos, video, or witness accounts from the time and location of the incident.
  • Sheriff’s data show 44 arrests during this year’s event, largely drug-related, with additional cases including assault with a deadly weapon, sexual assault, burglary, and domestic battery.