Russian-Born Citizen Shot By FBI 2 Years Ago. His Family Doesn't Know Why

Two years after Ilya Beloozerov, a Russian-born US citizen and federal contractor, was shot dead by FBI agents, several questions linked to him and his death remain unanswered. Beloozerov had worked on a US defence contract involving satellite imagery and held a security clearance. In the final weeks of his life, however, he abruptly left his home in suburban Virginia, withdrew large amounts of cash and began preparing to leave the country, CNN reported.What happened next remains at the centre of a complex investigation.A Sudden Flight From HomeIn September 2024, Beloozerov reportedly withdrew thousands of dollars from his bank account, cancelled his phone service and began making plans to travel. He eventually travelled across several states with cash, laptops and other belongings.He later approached a couple living in a truck near a McDonald's and offered them $30,000 to help him travel to California.