38-year-old Ihor Mykolaiovych Chausov — Skelia

Date 07.03.2026

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38-year-old Ihor Mykolaiovych Chausov died during training in the Skelia regiment. Babel gives the official cause as intoxication and the toxic effect of unspecified substances, an accidental poisoning.

Chronology

  • On 11 February 2026 he joined the 155th separate mechanized brigade. Basic training was at Skelia, where he was officially attached.
  • He died in hospital on 7 March 2026.
  • Babel gives the official cause as intoxication and the toxic effect of unspecified substances, an accidental poisoning.

Accounts

Babel's roster

Babel gives the official cause as intoxication and the toxic effect of unspecified substances, an accidental poisoning.

Relatives and witnesses

Relatives say he had no drug dependence. In photos and video his wife gave Babel, the fingers and toes are blue.

Sources