Alexey Shitik

Case Summary

Alexey Shitik, a journalist and politician, is facing charges for allegedly publishing false information about the Russian Army, civilian deaths in Ukraine, and the Bucha crimes on social media. He previously fled Russia in 2018 after receiving death threats.

Charges (1)

1. fakes about the activity of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation on the territory of Ukraine

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Published information about Russian Army, civilian deaths and Bucha crimes on social media.
• Previously ran for mayor of Asino
• Fled Russia in 2018 after death threats
• Parents' place searched by authorities

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