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Novotroitsk man's treason sentence upheld on appealNovotroitsk man's treason sentence upheld on appeal
Novotroitsk man's treason sentence upheld on appealThe case has reached the Military Court of Appeal.
Fraud suspect detained in Ryazan for swindling million rublesFraud suspect detained in Ryazan for swindling million rubles
Fraud suspect detained in Ryazan for swindling million rublesA 24-year-old man is in custody in Ryazan, suspected of defrauding an 83-year-old pensioner of over 1.2 million rubles (about $13,000).
Tanning Studio Fire in Kurgan: 12 Evacuated, Arson SuspectedTanning Studio Fire in Kurgan: 12 Evacuated, Arson Suspected
Tanning Studio Fire in Kurgan: 12 Evacuated, Arson SuspectedA tanning studio in a residential building in Kurgan burned down early on January 21, prompting the evacuation of 12 people; preliminary findings indicate arson as the likely cause.
Former postal head in Stavropol Krai again suspected of embezzlementFormer postal head in Stavropol Krai again suspected of embezzlement
Former postal head in Stavropol Krai again suspected of embezzlementShe was previously sentenced, but new circumstances have come to light.
Tolyatti medical bureau corruption: 20 million rubles seizedTolyatti medical bureau corruption: 20 million rubles seized
Tolyatti medical bureau corruption: 20 million rubles seizedA former head of a medical-social expertise bureau in Tolyatti has been charged with bribery for allegedly falsifying disability claims.
Accused Child Killer Claims Innocence, Kept in CustodyAccused Child Killer Claims Innocence, Kept in Custody
Accused Child Killer Claims Innocence, Kept in CustodyA 21-year-old man from Buzuluk, accused of murdering a child, requested house arrest but was denied by the court.
“He’s a good kid!” Father defends teen in Urals murder case“He’s a good kid!” Father defends teen in Urals murder case
“He’s a good kid!” Father defends teen in Urals murder caseAccording to his family, the teenager denies the charges.
New Fraud Case in Samara Medical Bureau Leads to 20M Rubles SeizureNew Fraud Case in Samara Medical Bureau Leads to 20M Rubles Seizure
New Fraud Case in Samara Medical Bureau Leads to 20M Rubles SeizureA former official in Samara Region has been charged with accepting bribes to falsify disability claims, resulting in the seizure of 20 million rubles in assets.
Man attacks shopper with scissors in Yaroslavl supermarketMan attacks shopper with scissors in Yaroslavl supermarket
Man attacks shopper with scissors in Yaroslavl supermarketA man caused a disturbance in a Yaroslavl supermarket and attacked a customer with scissors.
Alexander Bychkov: The Cannibal Who Called Victims 'Game'Alexander Bychkov: The Cannibal Who Called Victims 'Game'
Alexander Bychkov: The Cannibal Who Called Victims 'Game'Serial killer Alexander Bychkov roamed the streets with his victims' heads and consumed their hearts in acts of cannibalism.
Prosecutor Intervenes as Fedorovskoye Residents Stuck in Unsafe HomesProsecutor Intervenes as Fedorovskoye Residents Stuck in Unsafe Homes
Prosecutor Intervenes as Fedorovskoye Residents Stuck in Unsafe HomesResidents of houses No. 2 and 3 on Novoselov Street in Fedorovskoye village have not been relocated despite the buildings being deemed unsafe. The Ryazan prosecutor's office has intervened after authorities failed to meet the relocation deadline.
Yaroslavl Attacker Stabs Woman with Scissors in SupermarketYaroslavl Attacker Stabs Woman with Scissors in Supermarket
Yaroslavl Attacker Stabs Woman with Scissors in SupermarketA rowdy man attacked a customer and cashier, causing havoc in a Yaroslavl supermarket on the evening of January 19.
Drugs discovered in Ust-Ilimsk home after child killingsDrugs discovered in Ust-Ilimsk home after child killings
Drugs discovered in Ust-Ilimsk home after child killingsThe chief investigator of Irkutsk Region said that drugs were found in the Ust-Ilimsk apartment where two children were killed, suggesting the father may have used psychoactive substances.
Ryazan Migrant Suspected of Using Fake LicenseRyazan Migrant Suspected of Using Fake License
Ryazan Migrant Suspected of Using Fake LicenseTraffic police in Ryazan stopped a migrant from Central Asia and suspected his driver's license was forged, leading to a criminal case.
Student Who Attacked College Teachers with Knife Sentenced in ArkhangelskStudent Who Attacked College Teachers with Knife Sentenced in Arkhangelsk
Student Who Attacked College Teachers with Knife Sentenced in ArkhangelskArtyomy Koryukov was tried for terrorism and attempted murder after stabbing educators at a technical college.
Irkutsk mother to undergo psychological exam after killing two childrenIrkutsk mother to undergo psychological exam after killing two children
Irkutsk mother to undergo psychological exam after killing two childrenInvestigators in Irkutsk are trying to determine whether a mother was aware of her actions when she killed her two young sons in late December. She will undergo a psychological and psychiatric examination.
Police track suspect in 2022 Novomoskovsk theft series after four yearsPolice track suspect in 2022 Novomoskovsk theft series after four years
Police track suspect in 2022 Novomoskovsk theft series after four yearsLaw enforcement believe a man, now already serving a prison sentence, committed three thefts in the city of Novomoskovsk in 2022.
Unauthorized SIM Card Registration: Steps to TakeUnauthorized SIM Card Registration: Steps to Take
Unauthorized SIM Card Registration: Steps to TakeScammers are using various schemes to register SIM cards without subscribers' consent. NGS consulted with telecom operators on what residents of Novosibirsk should do if they encounter this situation.
Courier Detained After Targeting 98-Year-Old in Saratov ScamCourier Detained After Targeting 98-Year-Old in Saratov Scam
Courier Detained After Targeting 98-Year-Old in Saratov ScamIn Saratov, a 19-year-old college student suspected of acting as a 'courier' for phone scammers has been detained. This was reported by the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for the Saratov Region.
Chief investigator reveals details on Baykalsk teen murder suspectsChief investigator reveals details on Baykalsk teen murder suspects
Chief investigator reveals details on Baykalsk teen murder suspectsFive teenagers were killed in Baykalsk at the end of May, and the chief investigator has disclosed information about two suspects linked to the case.
Technopark Deputy Held Over 23 Million Ruble BribeTechnopark Deputy Held Over 23 Million Ruble Bribe
Technopark Deputy Held Over 23 Million Ruble BribeFSB officers in Chelyabinsk have detained a technopark deputy director and launched criminal cases over a bribe of 23 million rubles (approx. $230,000 at current rates).
FSB Detains Deputy of Chelyabinsk Technopark Over 23-Million-Ruble BribeFSB Detains Deputy of Chelyabinsk Technopark Over 23-Million-Ruble Bribe
FSB Detains Deputy of Chelyabinsk Technopark Over 23-Million-Ruble BribeFSB officers searched the office of Technopark Traktorozavodsky and detained its deputy general director. The official is suspected of taking a bribe of 23 million rubles (about $255,600 at current rates) for lobbying a commercial firm's interests.
Case against Achinsk council deputy chairman gains two new suspectsCase against Achinsk council deputy chairman gains two new suspects
Case against Achinsk council deputy chairman gains two new suspectsThe deputy chairman is suspected of accepting a bribe.
Teenager stabs woman in Gornouralsky village entranceTeenager stabs woman in Gornouralsky village entrance
Teenager stabs woman in Gornouralsky village entranceA court will soon decide on a preventive measure for a 15-year-old suspected of murdering a woman in Gornouralsky. The victim's daughter says they were strangers.
Teen Kills Mother in Ural Village, Daughter RecountsTeen Kills Mother in Ural Village, Daughter Recounts
Teen Kills Mother in Ural Village, Daughter RecountsThe daughter of Natalia Kiryanova from the Gornouralsky settlement describes how a 15-year-old killed her mother, with a court set to determine his pretrial restrictions on January 21.