Konstantin Valerevich Ledkov

Case Summary

Konstantin Ledkov, a librarian, was sentenced to 5 years and 6 months in prison for discrediting the Russian Armed Forces, making public calls against the security of the Russian Federation, and propagating Nazi symbols. The charges stem from social media posts and statements made in public.

Charges (3)

1. discrediting the Russian Armed Forces
2. public calls to activities against the security of the Russian Federation
3. propaganda of Nazi symbols

Criminal Code Articles (3)

Key Facts (4)

• Accused of shouting 'Glory to Ukraine! - Glory to the Heroes!' in a bar.
• Previously fined for displaying Nazi symbols on social media, a screenshot of a search result for "fascist with nazi armband".
• Reposted a video critical of the Russian military.
• Shared a video interview with a Russian pilot who defected to Ukraine.

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