The Pasos group co-founder, Petar Martic, spoke about his deportation from Russia to his native Serbia after authorities ruled that he violated the law regarding drug promotion on the internet. The performer shared his perspective through a Telegram channel, noting the formal court decision and his intention to appeal the ruling. He stated that he does not agree with the verdict and believes it to be unreasonably harsh, and he confirmed that he is safe and in good health following the move.
Martic expressed gratitude for the support and holiday congratulations he received, emphasizing his appreciation for the messages from fans and peers during this period.
In December, Petar Martic, who helped establish the bands Pasos and Jump Pussy, faced a criminal case linked to alleged drug propaganda. The case progressed to the Moscow district court, which ultimately ordered his expulsion from Russia, resulting in his deportation to Serbia. Alongside the expulsion, an administrative fine of 20,000 rubles was imposed. The episode has been part of a broader set of actions that also involved other artists in related allegations in the same period.
Earlier in the same discourse, rappers Kizaru and Kishlak were named in connection with drug propaganda allegations as well.
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