Two men were taken into custody in Krasnodar on suspicions of planning and initiating a kidnapping scheme. The information was released by the press service of the Regional Investigative Directorate of the Investigative Committee of Russia. The case underscores ongoing efforts by regional authorities to disrupt violent criminal plans before harm can occur.
Investigators have opened a criminal case against a 64-year-old local resident and his 69-year-old associate, charging them under three articles of the criminal code. The allegations describe a June operation in which the suspects allegedly decided to abduct two residents of the Krasnodar Territory in order to obtain information that the accused believed would be valuable to them. The timeline and details presented by investigators indicate a well-structured attempt to execute the planned kidnapping, including the collection of personal data and logistical information that would support such an act.
According to the inquiry, the elderly men recruited others who were willing to participate in the crime. The defendants reportedly obtained extensive information about the victims and their vehicles, as well as insights into the targets’ daily routines and habits. This information would presumably assist in selecting a suitable moment and approach for carrying out the abduction. In exchange for completing the crime, the suspects allegedly promised a substantial payment of 30 million rubles. The breadth of planning described by authorities points to a calculated scheme rather than a spontaneous offense.
During the investigation, one of the alleged participants reportedly withdrew from the plan, while another individual chose to notify the regional department of the Federal Security Service of Russia about the alleged preparations. This development prompted law enforcement to intensify their monitoring and surveillance, ultimately enabling the early disruption of the scheme before any abduction could take place. In the subsequent searches, investigators seized numerous knives and two shotguns, reinforcing the seriousness of the alleged plot and the potential for violence.
At present, the suspects remain in custody as the investigation proceeds. Law enforcement officials have stressed that a comprehensive inquiry is underway to determine the full scope of the alleged conspiracy, identify other possible participants, and establish the exact sequence of events. The case illustrates the authorities’ commitment to preventing violent crime through proactive intelligence and coordinated actions across regional units.
In related context, authorities previously reported a case involving two residents from the Ulyanovsk region who were implicated in a separate kidnapping. Reports indicated that one individual held a friend in a garage for a period of 17 days, highlighting the persistent nature of such offenses and the ongoing need for vigilance in public safety measures across various regions. The Krasnodar investigation serves as a reminder that criminal networks may adapt their methods, but law enforcement agencies continue to adapt with targeted measures and rapid response to emerging information.
The ongoing investigation will examine all elements of the alleged conspiracy, including the sources of the information the would-be kidnappers used, the identities and roles of any other participants, and the financial arrangements proposed in the plan. Legal proceedings will follow established procedures to ensure that all rights of the accused are observed while the state pursues accountability for actions that could have led to severe harm. The public can expect further updates as new facts become available through official channels and verified communications from the Investigative Committee.