Defenders of Elk Island Detained in Korolev

Case Summary

Eco-activists Oleg Kapusta, Mikhail Rogov, and RosPrirodNadzor inspector Benes Ayo were detained in Korolev for protesting the construction of a road through Elk Island. Rogov was sentenced to eight days of arrest, Kapusta to seven, and Ayo was fined 3,000 rubles; Ayo was hospitalized due to complications from diabetes.

Charges (1)

1. disobedience to police

Criminal Code Articles (2)

Key Facts (3)

• Protesting road construction through Elk Island.
• Multiple activists detained.
• Benes Ayo hospitalized.

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