Nizhny Novgorod cracks down on juvenile crime with 104 new cases
Authorities in Nizhny Novgorod have opened 104 criminal cases this year involving offences against minors. The investigations, led by Colonel Vladimir Goncharov, have already resulted in charges against 58 teenagers for 83 separate crimes. Many of those accused were already under police supervision before their arrests.
The cases cover a range of offences, with 8% involving crimes against families and minors. Property-related crimes made up 25% of the total. Of the 58 teenagers charged, 12 were aged 14 to 15, while 46 were between 16 and 17.
Investigators are now examining the living conditions of the accused minors and conducting medical assessments. Nearly half of those charged had previously been under preventive police supervision. Educational records also revealed that most had only a basic general education, with one in four failing to complete ninth grade. So far, 68 cases have been solved, while 34 remain under investigation.
The ongoing investigations highlight the scale of juvenile crime in the region. With 34 cases still unresolved, authorities continue to assess both the legal and social circumstances surrounding the offences. The findings may influence future preventive measures for at-risk youth.
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