Fraud and Forgery at Russia's Patriot Park: Major General Sentenced

A Russian Defence Ministry official has been sentenced to six years in prison following a fraud and forgery conviction. Major General Vladimir Shesterov was found guilty due to his involvement in an embezzlement scheme at Patriot Park, a well-known military theme park outside Moscow. The scheme also implicated other former officials.

Investigations revealed Shesterov and the park's ex-director forged documents for construction work costing 26 million roubles. The scandal has drawn attention to corruption within the Russian military, with several former officers under scrutiny.

Although Shesterov admitted his guilt, he denied personal gain from the scheme. The case against former Deputy Defence Minister Pavel Popov continues, as he is accused of using military funds for personal property development in the Moscow region.

(With inputs from agencies.)