Ekaterinburg's ex-deputy mayor is set free
Stepping Out: Viktor Konteev, Ex-Vice Mayor of Yekaterinburg, Gearing Up for Freedom
Get ready to see Viktor Konteev, once the Vice-Mayor of Yekaterinburg, roaming the streets again. According to the buzzing chatter on Telegram channel "E1.Ru", this release will be no ordinary outing — it's an early release (ESR).
Konteev's sentences stacked up to a whopping 21 years. He's served more than half of his term and only had six years left to serve. But the court has shown him some leniency, approving his petition on April 25.
In an peculiar turn of events, the prosecutor's office attempted to reverse this decision. But alas, their efforts were in vain, as the regional court upheld the decision.
Konteev found himself behind bars back in August 2011. He was on the hot seat for his involvement in organizing two crimes in the Kurgan region during 2005-2006. According to the dig on this case, the dispute was over the lucrative market of fruit and vegetable imports from Central Asia to the Urals, including one of the largest hubs in Yekaterinburg - Vegetable Base No.4. The spectacle doesn't end there; a bribery charge also slapped him with a five million rubles' worth share in a company's capital.
Back in June 2012, a criminal case was opened against Konteev's better half. Fast-forward to 2025, and she was sentenced to house arrest.
The arrest of the former Minister of Culture of Kuzbass has the town talking as well.
It's crucial to note that, as I pen this, the official word on Konteev's early release remains unclear. Due diligence and a thorough investigation are paramount to ensure the veracity of the news. For the juiciest scoop on this situation, I recommend checking:
- Official press releases from Yekaterinburg city administration or the relevant judicial authorities.
- Reputable Russian news agencies such as TASS, Interfax, or RBC.
- Local Urals regional news sources.
- Statements from legal representatives or human rights organizations involved.
Keep your eyes peeled for updates on this turn of events in the wacky world of politics!
With the early release of Viktor Konteev, former Vice-Mayor of Yekaterinburg, the political landscape of the city might experience shifts as he delves back into general-news. The recent decision, though controversial, made headlines in crime-and-justice sections, as Konteev had served a significant part of his prison term for his involvement in organised crimes and bribery cases.
