The consular department of the Russian Embassy in Seychelles remains in close contact with all parties involved in a case where a Russian citizen received a sentence of two and a half years. The individual was found guilty of leaving his young son in a dangerous situation, which led to the child’s death. Alexander Ryazantsev, head of the consular office, confirmed ongoing legal work and the embassy’s involvement in the appeal process. He stressed that consular staff continue to monitor developments and ensure proper handling of legal procedures for all connected parties.
According to official statements, the convict admitted guilt, and the Supreme Court of the Republic of Seychelles sentenced him to two years and six months in prison for the crime of deliberately leaving a child in a condition harming health. The embassy’s consular section has maintained constant contact with the case participants since the incident occurred. Court hearings have been attended by a member of the diplomatic mission, illustrating the embassy’s ongoing oversight. The consular representative noted that the rights of the convict were respected throughout the investigation and trial, and that legal work with the defendant’s lawyers continues within the scope of objections and appeals.
Local reporting indicated that the incident involved the death of a one-and-a-half-year-old child after the parents left him unattended in a car on a day when temperatures rose to about 30 degrees Celsius. The sequence of events, including the family’s stay in Seychelles for a short visit, has been summarized by investigative channels as part of the public record.Experts cited by the reporting outlet attributed the death to hyperthermia and related complications affecting the brain and lungs, underscoring the severity of parental decisions in extreme heat. The embassy’s involvement is framed as a protective step to ensure fair treatment and lawful proceedings for all individuals connected to the case, amid ongoing legal review and potential further action as advised by counsel.