Andrey Kotov

Case Summary

Andrey Kotov was prosecuted for anti-war posts on VKontakte and sentenced in absentia to 7 years' imprisonment. He was also charged with participation in the activities of an extremist organisation and manufacturing child pornography before reportedly committing suicide in custody.

Charges (3)

1. Dissemination of intentionally false information about the RF Armed Forces
2. Participation in the activities of an extremist organisation
3. Manufacturing child pornography

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Prosecuted for anti-war posts on VKontakte
• Sentenced to 7 years' imprisonment in absentia
• Charged with participation in extremist organization and child pornography
• Reportedly committed suicide in custody

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