November 19, 2009 - 14:55 AMT
Khosrov reserve director killed
Director of Armenia's Khosrov reserve, 51-year-old Samvel Shaboyan was assassinated on the night of November 19 .

Police said Shoboyan's Toyota Prado was shelled by unknown. Law enforcers counted 30 bullet holes in the car. Shoboyan, who was sitting on the backseat, died from numerous bullet wounds.

A criminal case was initiated.

Earlier, Shaboyan told journalists about the threats from local poachers.