Leonid Kats, graduate of the Higher School of Economics

Case Summary

Leonid Kats, a 22-year-old graduate of the Higher School of Economics, was arrested on charges of treason for donating to a foundation that helps Ukrainian children. He was reportedly tortured with electric shocks after his detention and subjected to repeated administrative arrests.

Charges (1)

1. treason

Criminal Code Articles (3)

Key Facts (4)

• Donated to a foundation helping Ukrainian children
• Tortured with electric shocks after detention
• Subjected to 'carousel arrests'
• Graduated from Higher School of Economics

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