Sergei Valentinovich Karelin

Case Summary

Sergei Karelin, a video operator and journalist who collaborated with Associated Press and Deutsche Welle, was sentenced to 5 years and 6 months in a general regime colony for participating in an extremist community. He has been in custody since April 27, 2024.

Charges (1)

1. Participation in an extremist community

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (3)

• Citizen of Russia and Israel
• Resident of Moscow
• Worked with Associated Press and Deutsche Welle

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