Sochi Police Find Father Forcing Children into Cold Sea

The man explained his actions as a 'hardening method'. Currently, the living conditions of the children in his family are being checked.
Feb 11, 2026
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The sea temperature in January is only +10 degrees Celsius (50°F).
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Oksana Vityaz

In Sochi, police officers have identified the man who was bathing young children in the cold sea. He turned out to be a local resident and the father of the children.

The reason for the urgent check was a video posted on social media by eyewitnesses. Mothers were outraged by the incident, and the footage caused widespread public resonance.

“An operational group consisting of juvenile affairs inspectors and criminal investigation officers immediately went to the family’s residence. During the conversation, the Sochi resident explained his actions as a «hardening method» for the children,” the Telegram channel “Police of Sochi” reported.

Currently, the check on this matter is continuing. Based on its results, a procedural decision will be made regarding the father. Law enforcement officers are paying special attention to assessing the living conditions and well-being of the minors in this family.

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