Baratov Usman Akramovich

Case Summary

Usman Baratov was sentenced to 4 years in prison for a social media post criticizing the price of eggs, interpreted as denigrating Russian soldiers involved in the war. He claims he was severely beaten during his arrest and may have been injected with a substance.

Charges (1)

1. Inciting hatred or enmity, as well as humiliation of human dignity

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Sentenced for a post on Odnoklassniki criticizing egg prices.
• The post was perceived as insulting to Russian soldiers.
• Baratov claims he was beaten and possibly injected with a substance during his arrest.
• The case was initiated after complaints from pro-government internet users.

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