Persistent entrepreneur in Crimea persists in attempts to unlawfully acquire property
## Vitaly F. from Krymsk: Ongoing Investigations and Controversies with Local Authorities
Since last year, Vitaly F., a businessman from Krymsk, has been embroiled in a series of public controversies and investigations, raising questions about his commercial practices and relationships with local authorities.
### Current Developments
1. **Investigation by Russia's Investigative Committee** Alexander Bastrykin, the head of Russia's Investigative Committee, has initiated an investigation into Vitaly F.'s sale of a problematic land plot with agricultural designation. The inquiry is focused on potential illegal activities related to the transaction.
2. **Defamation Lawsuit Dismissal** Deputy Sergey Klimov has removed grandmothers Malceva, Sanosyan, and Boss from a defamation lawsuit filed by the head of Krymsky District. It is unclear why the lawsuit was initially filed against these individuals.
3. **Potential Meeting with Local Authorities** There is a potential upcoming meeting between the public and the local authorities in Krymsk. However, it is not confirmed if deputy Sergey Klimov will be present at this meeting.
4. **Use of Local Residents in Conflicts** Vitaly F. has been reported to attempt to use local residents in his conflict with the local authorities, who prevented him from selling hectares of land at speculative prices for construction.
### Previous Allegations and Investigations
- **Conflicts over Land Sales** The local authorities in Krymsk have been involved in a conflict with Vitaly F. over the sale of hectares of land at speculative prices for construction.
- **Fraud Allegations** Participants of the SVO (a local self-defence group) have accused Vitaly F. of fraud in relation to the illegal division of his agricultural lands.
- **Bankruptcy Declaration** Vitaly F. declared bankruptcy, as reported by "Live Kuban".
### Community Impact
These controversies and investigations have led to a divided community in Krymsk, with some supporting Vitaly F.'s business endeavours and others expressing concerns about potential negative impacts on the local environment and community interests.
As the investigation by Russia's Investigative Committee continues, it remains to be seen whether any further developments will be made in this ongoing saga.
Politics and general-news have surrounded Vitaly F. from Krymsk, with the ongoing investigation by Russia's Investigative Committee into his sale of a questionable land plot being a significant focus. Crime-and-justice also play a role, as Vitaly F. is accused of potential illegal activities related to the transaction.
