He was 71 years old.
Burakov led investigative activities within the framework of Operation Lesopolosa, aimed at capturing the serial killer Andrei Chikatilo. The investigator managed to establish the identity of the criminal with the help of a psychiatrist Alexander Bukhanovsky, as well as to talk Chikatilo after his arrest.
"Colleagues of Viktor Vasilievich always noted his high level of professionalism, responsibility and moral qualities, and also respected for his dedicated and noble service in the internal affairs bodies," the report said.
Farewell to Burakov was held at the Northern Cemetery of Rostov-on-Don on Sunday, July 22.
In March, it was reported that Vasily Glotov, the head of the Moscow branch of Rosgvardia, died.