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Arrests that occurred this week in history
December 13, 2016
Yuri Alekseevich Dmitriev was arrested on other charges.
Yuri Dmitriev, a historian and researcher of political repression, was sentenced to 15 years in a strict regime colony. He was convicted on charges of producing child pornography, lewd acts, and possession of weapons, charges widely considered politically motivated.
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December 15, 2023
Pavel Aleksandrovich Guguev was arrested on other charges.
Pavel Guguev, a former prisoner who signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defense and fought in Ukraine, is accused of cooperating with a foreign state after being captured and interviewed by a Ukrainian journalist. He is reportedly HIV positive and was denied necessary medication.
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December 12, 2023
Andrey Vasilyevich Vitovtov was arrested on social media charges.
Andrey Vitovtov was sentenced to 6 years in prison for publicly justifying terrorism in online posts. He faces additional charges of high treason.
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Gregory Marcus Severin Winter
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Gregory Marcus Severin Winter, a human rights defender, was sentenced to 3 years in prison for spreading "fakes" about the RF Armed Forces through a VKontakte post regarding Bucha and Mariupol. He has a history of persecution, including prior convictions and allegations of torture.
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Orenburg restaurant manager fined for khinkali instead of domes in advertising leaflets
The manager of a restaurant in Orenburg was fined because advertising leaflets featured khinkali (dumplings) instead of traditional Orthodox church domes. The exact amount of the fine was not specified in the headline.
Pensioner sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for comments in the Telegram channel of an Azov fighter
A pensioner was sentenced to 5.5 years in a penal colony for leaving comments in a Telegram channel associated with a fighter from the Azov regiment. The specific charges were not detailed in the headline.
HSE graduate accused of treason for transferring funds to a foundation helping Ukrainian children; tortured with electric shock after detention
A graduate of the Higher School of Economics (HSE) was accused of treason for transferring funds to a foundation that helps Ukrainian children. Following his detention, he was allegedly tortured with electric shocks. The current status of the case is not specified, but the charges are severe.
Pensioner sent to pre-trial detention after missing court due to an asthma attack
A pensioner was sent to a pre-trial detention center (SIZO). This was after missing a court hearing due to suffering an asthma attack. This highlights potentially harsh treatment of individuals with medical conditions within the justice system.
Convicted ex-head of Serpukhov district attempted suicide due to the eviction of his 89-year-old mother
The convicted former head of the Serpukhov district attempted suicide. The attempt was reportedly triggered by the eviction of his 89-year-old mother. The report suggests a connection between political persecution and family hardship.
Supreme Court recognizes the 'Congress of People's Deputies' as a 'terrorist organization'
The Supreme Court of Russia has designated the 'Congress of People's Deputies' as a terrorist organization. This ruling allows for increased prosecution and suppression of activities linked to the group.
St. Petersburg entrepreneur fined for donating to FBK and released in the courtroom
An entrepreneur from St. Petersburg was fined for donating to the Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK). He was then released in the courtroom. This demonstrates the ongoing pressure against supporters of opposition groups.
MMA fighter sent to pre-trial detention center in a case of desecration of a monument to veterans of the Ministry of Emergency Situations
An MMA fighter was sent to a pre-trial detention center (SIZO). He is accused of desecrating a monument dedicated to veterans of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MChS).
Train driver Valeria Marchenko's sentence increased to 21 years for attempted arson of a military enlistment office
Valeria Marchenko, a train driver, had her prison sentence increased to 21 years. This was for attempting to set fire to a military enlistment office. The case highlights the harsh penalties for anti-war actions in Russia.
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