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Brawl and shooting near Novosibirsk nightclub Nebar caught on cameraBrawl and shooting near Novosibirsk nightclub Nebar caught on camera
Brawl and shooting near Novosibirsk nightclub Nebar caught on cameraFootage of a fight and shooting outside the Nebar nightclub in Novosibirsk has spread online, reportedly showing an incident that may have occurred last autumn.
Media: Kardo Festival Director Detained in Stavropol for FraudMedia: Kardo Festival Director Detained in Stavropol for Fraud
Media: Kardo Festival Director Detained in Stavropol for FraudLaw enforcement has made claims against Valentin Rabotenko.
Accused of Violence Becomes Victim; Tyumen OPG Leader, Police Deputy Head Under InvestigationAccused of Violence Becomes Victim; Tyumen OPG Leader, Police Deputy Head Under Investigation
Accused of Violence Becomes Victim; Tyumen OPG Leader, Police Deputy Head Under InvestigationA man initially accused of extortion and violence in Tyumen is now considered a victim. The investigation has turned to an alleged organized crime group leader and a police deputy head.
Schoolgirl's Killer Delivers Final Statement in CourtSchoolgirl's Killer Delivers Final Statement in Court
Schoolgirl's Killer Delivers Final Statement in CourtA man from the Urals region, accused of murdering an 11-year-old girl in 2007, has given his final statement in court.
Contract killing of Cossack boxer solved in SamaraContract killing of Cossack boxer solved in Samara
Contract killing of Cossack boxer solved in SamaraAuthorities in Samara have arrested the alleged mastermind in the contract killing of Cossack society deputy ataman and boxer Andrey Yeremeyev. The case had remained unsolved for a decade.
Chief Physician Oleg Shalaev Arrested in Riazan Bribery ProbeChief Physician Oleg Shalaev Arrested in Riazan Bribery Probe
Chief Physician Oleg Shalaev Arrested in Riazan Bribery ProbeOleg Shalaev, the chief physician of Riazan Regional Clinical Hospital, has been taken into custody and faces bribery charges.
Businessman's missing son found with woman in KrasnoyarskBusinessman's missing son found with woman in Krasnoyarsk
Businessman's missing son found with woman in KrasnoyarskA businessman in Krasnoyarsk was demanded 30 million rubles for his allegedly kidnapped son. The 14-year-old was later found with an 18-year-old woman from Surgut, both under the influence of scammers.
Bribes in Rostov Region doubled in sizeBribes in Rostov Region doubled in size
Bribes in Rostov Region doubled in sizeThe number of corruption crimes in the region increased by almost a quarter, while the average bribe size grew twofold, according to police data.
Bribes Cost Twice as Much in Rostov OblastBribes Cost Twice as Much in Rostov Oblast
Bribes Cost Twice as Much in Rostov OblastPolice in Rostov Oblast are tightening control over national projects after a reported increase in corruption offenses.
Krasnoyarsk businessman's son recounts kidnapping after threatsKrasnoyarsk businessman's son recounts kidnapping after threats
Krasnoyarsk businessman's son recounts kidnapping after threatsThe son of a Krasnoyarsk businessman stole three million rubles (approximately $33,000 at current rates) from home safes and gave it to fraudsters, the Investigative Committee's press service reported.
Ex-convict arrested for 1999 double murderEx-convict arrested for 1999 double murder
Ex-convict arrested for 1999 double murderA former criminal has been arrested for a double murder that happened over 20 years ago in Sverdlovsk Oblast.
50-Volume Case: Ex-Samara Health Deputy Faces Third Trial50-Volume Case: Ex-Samara Health Deputy Faces Third Trial
50-Volume Case: Ex-Samara Health Deputy Faces Third TrialAslanbek Mayramukayev, the former deputy health minister of Samara, will stand trial for a third time on fraud and embezzlement charges. He has already been convicted in two prior cases.
Ryazan Residents Face Prison for Alleged Gambling OperationRyazan Residents Face Prison for Alleged Gambling Operation
Ryazan Residents Face Prison for Alleged Gambling OperationProsecutors in Ryazan have indicted two men and three women for organizing illegal gambling games, which could lead to up to six years in prison.
Ex-Convict Arrested in Urals for 1999 Couple ShootingEx-Convict Arrested in Urals for 1999 Couple Shooting
Ex-Convict Arrested in Urals for 1999 Couple ShootingA 59-year-old former convict has been arrested in the Urals for a double murder that occurred in 1999, according to authorities.
Court in Novomoskovsk Hears 35 Cases Against One ManCourt in Novomoskovsk Hears 35 Cases Against One Man
Court in Novomoskovsk Hears 35 Cases Against One ManA resident of Novomoskovsk faced 35 administrative cases for repeatedly breaking a court-ordered nighttime curfew.
Harmony Training Center: Samara Clients Lose Apartments, GoldHarmony Training Center: Samara Clients Lose Apartments, Gold
Harmony Training Center: Samara Clients Lose Apartments, GoldNew stories from people who believe that 'psychologist' Ella Prudnikova drove them to financial ruin. They describe losing apartments, gold, and their sense of self after attending personal growth trainings at the Harmony center.
All Leads Point to Former Don Vice-Governor in Criminal CaseAll Leads Point to Former Don Vice-Governor in Criminal Case
All Leads Point to Former Don Vice-Governor in Criminal CaseFormer vice-governor Sergey Gorbany is now a suspect in a criminal case concerning the construction of the Gukovo-Gundorovsky water pipeline, with investigators seeking him for questioning.
Girl with missing Krasnoyarsk businessman's son: Disappearance detailsGirl with missing Krasnoyarsk businessman's son: Disappearance details
Girl with missing Krasnoyarsk businessman's son: Disappearance detailsAn 18-year-old girl from Surgut was with the missing teenage son of a Krasnoyarsk businessman, sparking debate over whether she is a kidnapper or a victim.
Ural Man Faces Trial for 2007 Murder of SchoolgirlUral Man Faces Trial for 2007 Murder of Schoolgirl
Ural Man Faces Trial for 2007 Murder of SchoolgirlIn Nizhny Tagil, closing arguments have concluded in the case of the 2007 murder of an 11-year-old girl. The defendant, Sergei Berezovich, has pleaded guilty.
29 Foreign Violators, Including Cuban Citizen, Deported from Saratov Region29 Foreign Violators, Including Cuban Citizen, Deported from Saratov Region
29 Foreign Violators, Including Cuban Citizen, Deported from Saratov RegionA total of 29 foreigners, including a Cuban citizen, have been deported from Saratov region and are barred from returning to Russia for five years.
Official and Management Company Director Suspected of Bribery in VolgogradOfficial and Management Company Director Suspected of Bribery in Volgograd
Official and Management Company Director Suspected of Bribery in VolgogradAn administration employee was detained in his office on suspicion of taking a bribe. The case also involves the head of a management company.
Ural man strangled, burned schoolgirl, dumped remains in river 19 years agoUral man strangled, burned schoolgirl, dumped remains in river 19 years ago
Ural man strangled, burned schoolgirl, dumped remains in river 19 years agoThe Prigorodny District Court of Nizhny Tagil has concluded closing arguments in the 19-year-old child murder case against local resident Sergey Berezovich.
Volgograd Official and Company Director Suspected of BriberyVolgograd Official and Company Director Suspected of Bribery
Volgograd Official and Company Director Suspected of BriberyA district housing official in Volgograd was arrested in his office as part of a bribery investigation involving a property management company.
Ufa couple nearly jailed after brawl with Rosgvardia in restaurantUfa couple nearly jailed after brawl with Rosgvardia in restaurant
Ufa couple nearly jailed after brawl with Rosgvardia in restaurantA Ufa husband and wife fought with Russian National Guard officers after causing a disturbance at an upscale restaurant, resulting in criminal charges.