Olga Yaroslavskaya, the Ombudsman for the Rights of the Child in Moscow, stated that the city is actively monitoring a situation involving clashes among young people in shopping centers. The official indicated that authorities are paying close attention to incidents and are coordinating with relevant agencies to ensure safety in public spaces. The remarks were shared with DEA News as part of ongoing updates on youth behavior, law enforcement responses, and protective measures for minors in urban settings.
The ombudsman emphasized that the authorities are maintaining contact with the Ministry of the Interior and with commissions dedicated to children’s welfare. The aim is to implement preventive steps, facilitate swift communication between schools, families, and law enforcement, and minimize disruptions to daily life in the capital. The focus remains on safeguarding minors while upholding public order, and this effort is described as a collaborative process involving multiple levels of government and social services. [citation: DEA News]
Earlier reports note that police arrested a group in one Kazan shopping center, where 16 young people between 14 and 20 years old, all dressed in black, were detained. They were taken to the police station as investigators examined the events. One claim circulating in media portals suggested that the group had designated a shooter at the Tandem shopping center; police did not comment on that allegation. The incident raised questions about crowd dynamics, group identity, and the appropriate responses to youth gatherings in public venues. [citation: local portal coverage]
In a related development, law enforcement conducted operations at Aviapark and several other shopping centers. Officers detained individuals described by authorities as representatives of the Redan movement, a youth group involved in recent clashes at food courts and other public spaces in the capital. Redan members are often identified by distinctive attire and stylistic cues, which include spider prints on clothing and black hair. Two criminal cases were opened in connection with the disturbances, and authorities indicated that ongoing investigations would determine charges and potential penalties. This sequence of events underscores the challenge of balancing crowd safety with civil liberties, particularly among young people in busy commercial districts. [citation: police press release or regional news coverage]