According to the result of the examination, Shaliyev's hand vessels were cut by a sharp tool, APA reports.

The former official was arrested facing the charges of abuse of powers, bribery and other grave crimes.

He was transferred from National Security Ministry jail to Justice Ministry Penitentiary Service treatment station on August 5 this year with hernia diagnosis. He underwent surgery on August 9, 2006 and fully recovered.

Yesterday he committed suicide by cutting his vessels with non-permanent blade.

Baku Prosecutor's Office launched criminal case under article 125 of the Criminal Code. The investigation is under way.