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Kidnapped Son of Krasnoyarsk Businessman FoundKidnapped Son of Krasnoyarsk Businessman Found
Kidnapped Son of Krasnoyarsk Businessman FoundThe 14-year-old son of a Krasnoyarsk businessman, reported kidnapped, has been located in a rented apartment with a young woman, authorities said.
Travel manager in Magnitogorsk accused of $111,100 fraud on toursTravel manager in Magnitogorsk accused of $111,100 fraud on tours
Travel manager in Magnitogorsk accused of $111,100 fraud on toursA 47-year-old travel agency manager in Magnitogorsk is accused of defrauding 51 clients by booking cheap tours to Thailand and Turkey that never materialized, for a total of 10 million rubles.
Official accused of using budget money to fuel Porsche CayenneOfficial accused of using budget money to fuel Porsche Cayenne
Official accused of using budget money to fuel Porsche CayenneJust the day before, Nabi Osmanov's preventive measure was not changed.
Fraudster Detained in Tula for Scamming Soldier's WifeFraudster Detained in Tula for Scamming Soldier's Wife
Fraudster Detained in Tula for Scamming Soldier's WifeA 45-year-old man has been detained in Tula Region for allegedly defrauding the wife of a soldier serving in the special military operation by offering to ease his service for money.
Beryozovsky Court Sentences Former Crime Boss to 17 Years for MurderBeryozovsky Court Sentences Former Crime Boss to 17 Years for Murder
Beryozovsky Court Sentences Former Crime Boss to 17 Years for MurderBeryozovsky City Court has sentenced former crime boss Andrei Ovchinnikov to 17 years in a strict-regime penal colony for the murder of healer Alexei Surodeev, known as Lesha the Sorcerer.
Bastrykin demands report on 'Paradise Corner' retirement home abuseBastrykin demands report on 'Paradise Corner' retirement home abuse
Bastrykin demands report on 'Paradise Corner' retirement home abuseThe head of Russia's Investigative Committee has taken personal control of the criminal case into a private retirement home in Krasnoyarsk where staff are accused of beating elderly residents. Alexander Bastrykin has demanded a report on the investigation into the 'Paradise Corner' facility.
Crime boss gets 17-year sentence for killing 'Wizard', denies guiltCrime boss gets 17-year sentence for killing 'Wizard', denies guilt
Crime boss gets 17-year sentence for killing 'Wizard', denies guiltFormer crime boss Andrei Ovchinnikov has been sentenced to 17 years in a strict-regime penal colony for the murder of folk healer Lesha Koldu.
Ryazan Health Official Suspected of 300,000-Ruble BribesRyazan Health Official Suspected of 300,000-Ruble Bribes
Ryazan Health Official Suspected of 300,000-Ruble BribesA criminal case has been opened against a Ryazan health ministry official for allegedly taking large bribes, with evidence currently being gathered.
Yakutia completes probe into arson murder by drug addictsYakutia completes probe into arson murder by drug addicts
Yakutia completes probe into arson murder by drug addictsIn Yakutia, drug addicts have been accused of burning a man alive in a car during a revenge arson attack, with the criminal investigation now concluded.
Deputy Prosecutor General criticizes officials over crime increase in Novosibirsk OblastDeputy Prosecutor General criticizes officials over crime increase in Novosibirsk Oblast
Deputy Prosecutor General criticizes officials over crime increase in Novosibirsk OblastDuring a January 23 board meeting, Deputy Prosecutor General Sergey Zaytsev stated that law enforcement agencies in Novosibirsk Oblast are detecting fewer violations.
Businessman sent to detention for bribing ex-Kuzbass health officialsBusinessman sent to detention for bribing ex-Kuzbass health officials
Businessman sent to detention for bribing ex-Kuzbass health officialsA businessman was arrested yesterday and today a court in Kemerovo ordered him detained until March 2026 on charges of bribing former Kuzbass health minister Dmitry Beglov and a former hospital chief.
Nervous pedestrian leads Tolyatti police to drug trafficking suspectNervous pedestrian leads Tolyatti police to drug trafficking suspect
Nervous pedestrian leads Tolyatti police to drug trafficking suspectPolice in Tolyatti detained a man who was walking suspiciously and found he was preparing to sell a large batch of dangerous substances using hidden caches.
Novosibirsk mall owner faces court over building collapseNovosibirsk mall owner faces court over building collapse
Novosibirsk mall owner faces court over building collapseSergei Turkov, the owner of a shopping center that collapsed in Novosibirsk on January 21, has been brought to court where a pre-trial restriction measure will be decided on January 23.
Krasnoyarsk Businessman Presents Theory on Son's KidnappersKrasnoyarsk Businessman Presents Theory on Son's Kidnappers
Krasnoyarsk Businessman Presents Theory on Son's KidnappersThe father and sister of a missing teenager are urging property owners to check their rented spaces, suggesting kidnappers may be using them to hold the boy.
Severodvinsk Resident Sentenced for Justifying Terrorism OnlineSeverodvinsk Resident Sentenced for Justifying Terrorism Online
Severodvinsk Resident Sentenced for Justifying Terrorism OnlineA 31-year-old man from Severodvinsk has been convicted of publicly justifying terrorism through online comments and sentenced to prison.
Jealousy Murder Suspect Arrested in RybnskJealousy Murder Suspect Arrested in Rybnsk
Jealousy Murder Suspect Arrested in RybnskA man fatally stabbed his rival in a jealousy-driven conflict. The suspect was detained in Rybnsk.
Ryazan man suspected of failing to pay child support for 171,000 rublesRyazan man suspected of failing to pay child support for 171,000 rubles
Ryazan man suspected of failing to pay child support for 171,000 rublesA 48-year-old resident of the Zakharovsky District is accused of deliberately ignoring a court order to pay child support for his daughter. The case has been sent to court.
Jealousy murder suspect arrested in Yaroslavl regionJealousy murder suspect arrested in Yaroslavl region
Jealousy murder suspect arrested in Yaroslavl regionA suspect has been arrested in the Yaroslavl region for allegedly stabbing a 32-year-old man to death in a jealousy-fueled attack.
Two students detained for planning to burn cell tower in Ulyanovsk RegionTwo students detained for planning to burn cell tower in Ulyanovsk Region
Two students detained for planning to burn cell tower in Ulyanovsk RegionTwo students in Ulyanovsk Region have been detained for allegedly preparing a terrorist act, with authorities saying they were following instructions from an unidentified curator.
Volga-Credit Bank Officially Liquidated After Nearly 12 YearsVolga-Credit Bank Officially Liquidated After Nearly 12 Years
Volga-Credit Bank Officially Liquidated After Nearly 12 YearsThe official liquidation of Samara-based Volga-Credit Bank (VKB) has been completed, ending a nearly 12-year process that began with a 1.5 billion ruble fraud scandal, the Deposit Insurance Agency announced.
Like Picking Berries: Postal Employees Convicted for 9 Million Ruble Scam in Tula RegionLike Picking Berries: Postal Employees Convicted for 9 Million Ruble Scam in Tula Region
Like Picking Berries: Postal Employees Convicted for 9 Million Ruble Scam in Tula RegionFour female postal workers in the Shchyokinsky District have been found guilty of embezzling over 9 million rubles (about $100,000 at current rates). They forged daily reports for over six months.
Ex-Minister Beglov and Surgeon: New Detention in KuzbassEx-Minister Beglov and Surgeon: New Detention in Kuzbass
Ex-Minister Beglov and Surgeon: New Detention in KuzbassLaw enforcement reported a new arrest in a bribery case involving former Kuzbass health minister Dmitry Beglov and a surgeon, with the accused businessman facing a lengthy prison term.
Abducted businessman's son took taxi with girl before vanishingAbducted businessman's son took taxi with girl before vanishing
Abducted businessman's son took taxi with girl before vanishingAnother 14-year-old schoolgirl disappeared in Krasnoyarsk this morning, raising questions about a possible link to the abduction of a businessman's son.
Skopinsky resident threatens guest with brick after drink demandSkopinsky resident threatens guest with brick after drink demand
Skopinsky resident threatens guest with brick after drink demandA 44-year-old man reported to police that a drunk friend threatened to kill him with a brick during a drinking session at a home in Skopinsky district, Riazan Oblast.