Osman Refatovich Kadyrov

Case Summary

Osman Kadyrov, a Crimean Tatar and former village head, was sentenced to 5 years in prison for allegedly participating in the Crimean-Tatar Volunteer Battalion named after Noman Chelebidzhikhan. He was accused of providing food to the battalion between 2016 and 2022.

Charges (1)

1. Participation in an armed formation on the territory of a foreign state for purposes contrary to the interests of the Russian Federation

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Accused of providing food to the Crimean-Tatar Volunteer Battalion.
• Was the head of the village of Yarkoe Pole until 2015.
• Sentenced was increased on appeal from 2 years to 5 years.
• The majority of those arrested in connection with this group are Crimean Tatars.

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