Valery Andreevich Zaitsev

Case Summary

Valery Zaitsev, a 15-year-old student, was sentenced to 4 years and 6 months in a youth correctional facility for training to carry out terrorist activities and participating in a terrorist organization. He has been in custody since October 12, 2023.

Charges (2)

1. Training for the purpose of carrying out terrorist activities
2. Participation in the activities of a terrorist organization

Criminal Code Articles (2)

Key Facts (3)

• Minor at the time of sentencing.
• Accused of training for terrorist activities.
• Accused of participating in a terrorist organization.

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