Gilishev Andrey Nikolaevich

Case Summary

Andrey Gilishev was sentenced to 15 years for participating in the Legion "Freedom of Russia" and vandalism motivated by political hatred. He claims he was tortured into confessing that he knew the Legion was a terrorist organization and he drew graffiti, one on the church fence saying "RPC is for murderers."

Charges (2)

1. Participation in the activities of a terrorist organization
2. Vandalism motivated by political hatred

Criminal Code Articles (2)

Key Facts (3)

• Tortured by law enforcement to confess
• Accused of joining the Legion "Freedom of Russia"
• Drew graffiti criticizing the Russian Orthodox Church and supporting Ukraine

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