The father of a Russian man found dead at the Burning Man festival is demanding justice after authorities confirmed his son was the victim of a homicide that rocked the famous art and music gathering.

Vadim Kruglov, a 37-year-old Russian national who had been living in Washington state, was named as the victim found “lying in a pool of blood,” according to the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office. His death cast a grim shadow over the annual event held in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert.

In a video posted to Facebook on Thursday, his father, Igor Kruglov, said “words can’t express” his feelings over the loss of his son.

A person records during the annual Burning Man festival on Sept. 4, 2023. (JULIE JAMMOT/AFP via Getty Images)

The area was immediately secured, and investigators have since interviewed several individuals who may have been nearby.

Despite the shock surrounding the event, officials have indicated that the death appears to be an isolated incident. The sheriff’s office said earlier this week that it is continuing its investigation and seeking public assistance. They believe that witnesses from the community could hold vital clues.

Police are asking anyone with information to call them at 775-273-2641 and reference case # 25-318.

Burning Man organizers stressed the importance of not obstructing the investigation. “The safety and well-being of our community are paramount,” they said, according to the Associated Press. Support services are also reportedly available to participants who may be affected.

Stepheny Price covers crime including missing persons, homicides and migrant crime. Story tips: stepheny.price@fox.com.