Russian soldiers scammed and robbed of war cash on return from Ukraine
Summary
Russian soldiers returning from Ukraine have faced scams and thefts involving their military earnings. Some soldiers reported being robbed by police, airport staff, or even their own commanders, despite government promises of respectful treatment upon return.Key Facts
- Russian President Vladimir Putin promised returning soldiers a hero's welcome and financial incentives.
- Soldiers like Nikita Khursa were deployed to Ukraine with promises of high pay, which attracted many from poorer regions.
- After being injured and returning home, Khursa had his money taken by police officers during a traffic stop.
- Some airport police in Moscow allegedly tipped off taxi drivers to overcharge returning soldiers.
- Three people at a recruitment center in the Vladimir region were arrested for stealing soldiers' salaries using sim cards linked to bank accounts.
- In the Belgorod region, a local official is suspected of stealing over a million roubles by linking recruits' bank accounts to his phone.
- Some commanders reportedly stole bank cards and PIN numbers from soldiers under their command, leaving the soldiers without access to their earnings.
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