The investigative Committee reported the arrest of ex-Minister Abyzov
Investigators tied the former Minister for Open government Mikhail Abyzov.
He was charged with forming a criminal brotherhood with the use of official position and fraud in especially large size. Abyzov faces up to 20 years punishment.
in the near future a consequence wishes to solve the issue of election to it measures of restraint.
according to investigators, the ex-Minister stole several organizations four billion.
It is noted that Abyzov and His partners put at risk sustainable economic development and energy security of a number of Russian regions.
Press Secretary of the President Dmitry Peskov said Last news that Vladimir Putin in advance reported on the case on the former Minister.
Press Secretary of the government Oleg Osipov has told to Agency that the Prime Minister is equally aware of the situation. However, he clarified that the complaints investigation relate to commercial activities, and not the duties of the Minister.
According to Osipova, if it is proved that Abyzov controlled businesses while working in government, then it will be considered as infractions of the law.
Mikhail Abyzov 1993 he held managerial positions in several companies in the fuel and energy complex. In the beginning of 2012 was appointed Advisor to the President of the Russian Federation, and in the summer of that year joined the new government.
in may of 2018 left the post due to abolition of post.