Marchenko Eldar Mikael ogly

Case Summary

Eldar Marchenko, a marketing director and sports management professor, was sentenced to 16 years in prison for allegedly committing a terrorist act. He claims to have been tortured into confessing to working for Ukrainian special services.

Charges (1)

1. Terrorist act committed by a group of persons by prior agreement, resulting in significant damage

Criminal Code Articles (1)

Key Facts (4)

• Marketing director and professor
• Accused of terrorism
• Claims of torture by FSB
• Sentenced to 16 years in prison

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