Investigative Committee seeks arrest of Smolensk girl kidnapping suspect
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- •The girl was kidnapped in Smolensk and found after genetic testing helped identify her location.
- •The suspect and his partner have been accused of the kidnapping as of February 27, 2026.
- •The suspect's cohabitant was detained on February 27, 2026, in connection with the case.
- •The girl was found with her mouth taped and carried in a bag, according to reports on February 28, 2026.
- •The court in Smolensk is set to decide on the preventive measure for the suspect as of February 27, 2026.
- •The girl was hospitalized after being found following the kidnapping.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the court approves the arrest request for the suspect the suspect will be held in custody, allowing investigators to proceed with the case and potentially preventing further harm to the community.
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RUKommersant (RU)ТАСС: похититель в Смоленске заклеил девочке рот скотчем и вынес ее в сумкеRUKommersant (RU)Жителя Смоленска и его сожительницу обвинили в похищении девочкиRURIA Novosti (RU)Суд в Смоленске изберет меру пресечения подозреваемому в похищении девочкиRURBC (RU)Сожительницу подозреваемого в похищении 9-летней девочки задержали