Shakhban Gadzhimagomedovich Abakargadzhiev

Case Summary

Shakhban Abakargadzhiev was convicted for spreading false information about the Russian military's actions in Bucha via his Instagram account. He was initially sentenced to 5 years of imprisonment which was later replaced with 3 years of forced labor. He recognized his guilt in court.

Charges (1)

1. Public dissemination of knowingly false information containing data on the use of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, with the artificial creation of evidence of the accusation

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Posted about Russian military actions in Bucha on Instagram.
• Initially sentenced to 5 years imprisonment replaced with forced labor.
• Admitted guilt in court.
• Charged under Article 207.3 of the Criminal Code.

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