Ivanovskie: ban and multibillion-rouble asset proceedings begin
Kommersant reports that hearings have begun on prosecutors’ request to designate 64 people around Ruben Kosyan as extremists and confiscate over six billion roubles in assets.
Kommersant reported on 30 October that the Ivanovo court had begun hearing the regional prosecutor’s administrative claim. The newspaper says proceedings are closed to the public. Initial hearings are intended to address procedural matters and applications from the parties.
The Ivanovo court froze assets of alleged Ivanovskie members linked to Ruben Kosyan, known as Ruben Ivanovsky, on 5 October. Kommersant published the details the next day. Prosecutors seek a ban and confiscation in proceedings against 64 people; the stated asset value exceeds 6.1 billion roubles.
The freeze covers stakes in dozens of businesses, 198 vehicles and homes, commercial buildings and land. Prosecutors allege that the group gained control over regional passenger transport and the central bus station. Businesses must continue operating despite the restraints, including transport, wages and taxes. Prosecutors seek final confiscation through these administrative proceedings.
