In Krasnodar, a senior official from the regional branch of the Ministry of Emergency Situations faced criminal charges and ultimately admitted guilt. The case centers on alleged abuse of power tied to the official’s authority in the Krasnodar Territory, and the news was reported by TASS.
During a session at the Moscow Basmanny Court, an investigator described the actions as a socially dangerous act and confirmed the admission of guilt by the officer in question. The proceedings also included a petition from investigators seeking detention or other preventive measures, arguing that the accused could influence the investigation if left free.
Earlier, prosecutors requested that court actions be taken against Lieutenant General Oleg Volynkin, who heads the main department of the Krasnodar regional department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, on charges of abuse of power. The case has generated public attention due to the high rank of the individual and the potential implications for public trust in emergency services.
Initial reports suggested that Volynkin had been detained on suspicion of abusing his office. Sources indicated that the case may stem from a 2021 incident and that the motive cited for the alleged crime involved financial gain. The Moscow court was expected to consider preventive measures, with the proceedings underscoring the seriousness of the allegations and their potential impact on the regional emergency service system. It was noted that Volynkin has been part of the EMERCOM system since 1994, and questions were raised about his earnings ahead of his appointment, though officials have stressed that details remain under review as the investigation continues.
In a related note, a separate case from Ulyanovsk involved the arrest of Bolshakov, the former mayor of Dimitrovgrad, highlighting that concerns about abuse of power have touched multiple levels of local governance in recent times. The interconnectedness of these cases has drawn attention to the mechanisms of accountability within regional administrations and the ongoing efforts to preserve integrity across public institutions.