“In relation to Volkov, the Main Investigation Department has opened a criminal case on the grounds of a crime under paragraphs.
"A, c" part 2 of Art.
151.2 of the Criminal Code of Russia (persuading minors in information and telecommunication networks (including the Internet) to commit illegal acts), ”the UK said.
According to the Investigative Committee, Volkov, knowing about the lack of approvals of the authorized bodies for holding rallies in connection with the difficult epidemiological situation, posted on YouTube on January 21, appealing to minors to participate in unauthorized rallies in Moscow and other Russian cities on January 23 ensuring safety for the life and health of the participants ”.
"Volkov also posted links to these videos in the public domain on the Internet on his user pages in social networks Facebook, Twitter, Instagram," the department said.
It is noted that the investigators are carrying out a set of measures aimed at collecting evidence of Volkov's guilt in committing a crime.
The Investigative Committee also continues to work to identify persons who have published calls for an unlimited number of minors to participate in illegal activities.
Earlier it was reported that the Investigative Committee is investigating 21 cases in connection with illegal actions in a number of regions.