Dmitry Utkin obituary
Matthew Elliott
Updated on January 03, 2026
Russian businessman and former officer Dmitry Utkin is also known by his given name, Dmitry Valeryevich Utkin. His birth took place in Russia on April 18, 1970.
As the founder and CEO of the Wagner Group, a PMC, Utkin attracted considerable media attention. A paramilitary group called The Wagner Group has participated in many conflicts, mostly in Africa and Eastern Europe.
The Russian military is Utkin’s previous career. He was a member of the Russian military and the GRU (Main Intelligence Directorate), which is the country’s military intelligence service. He also served in the 2nd Separate Special Forces Brigade.
Controversy and international attention have surrounded the actions of the Wagner Group and Utkin’s involvement with it.
Dmitry Utkin obituary
The funeral arrangements will be made public by the family of Dmitry Utkin. At the appropriate time, the deceased’s family and close friends will provide details about the obituary, funeral, and life celebration. We’ll try to keep you informed about their development.
We extend our deepest sympathies to the deceased’s friends and family, who are finding it difficult to process the loss of such a kind and considerate man.
