Alexander Nizamov

Case Summary

Aleksandr Nizamov, a student in Moscow, is charged with vandalism for participating in an anti-war protest where activists dyed a fountain red. He was initially charged with aggravated vandalism, but the charge was later reclassified; he has since left Russia and is on a wanted list.

Charges (1)

1. vandalism

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Dyed fountain water red as an anti-war protest
• Initially charged with aggravated vandalism
• Charge reclassified to simple vandalism
• Left Russia and is on a wanted list

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