Former Kursk Governor Alexey Smirnov Arrested for Fraud Over 1 Billion Rubles for Defense Fortifications, Held for Two Months

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Published Apr 16, 2025, 05:13 PM

Former Kursk region governor Alexey Smirnov has been arrested on charges of fraud linked to the embezzlement of over 1 billion rubles allocated for the construction of defense fortifications along the border with Ukraine. Smirnov, who resigned just seven months after his appointment, was detained alongside his former deputy, Dedov. The Moscow court has ruled to hold Smirnov in custody for two months as the investigation continues. Reports indicate that the funds in question were intended for enhancing regional security amid ongoing tensions.

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❗️ The ex-governor of the Kursk region was sent to the capital's pre-trial detention center. He was arrested for two months. Alexey Smirnov became involved in a fraud case worth more than 1 billion rubles https://t.co/GcmJRZZTqE

ТАСС

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The ex-governor of the Kursk region was arrested in connection with fraud in the construction of protective structures in the region, the court told TASS: https://t.co/WuopSHtbPE https://t.co/UDPeMAgPOQ