A recent arrest in central Russia has raised concerns about corruption and exploitation. According to investigators, a local politician was charged with using slave labor and defrauding a soldier who fought in the Ukraine war. The politician allegedly stole 1 million rubles from the soldier's bank account between July and October. Additionally, police claim he forced three men to work at his car wash for over two years without pay. If convicted, the politician could face up to 15 years in prison.

Source: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2024/10/25/police-in-central-russia-arrest-politician-for-using-slave-labor-defrauding-soldier-a86808