Moscow Abduction: Businessman Grabbed, Then Released – Video Sparks Outrage

Moscow Abduction: Businessman Seized, Then Released Moscow, Russia – A shocking video has emerged showing the apparent abduction of businessman Arek Shchepikhin from Yaroslavsky Station on June 3, 2025. Eyewitnesses reported seeing Shchepikhin being forcefully dragged into a Mercedes with special license plates, often associated with high-ranking Russian officials. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the rule of law in Russia. According to reports, Shchepikhin had previously posted online videos considered offensive to Chechens and Islam. This may have been the motive for his abduction. However, Chechen Minister of National Policy Akhmed Dudayev claimed that Shchepikhin was detained by law enforcement for insulting religious sentiments. This conflicting information highlights the complexities of the situation. "Help! Call the police! This isn't the police!" one eyewitness is heard shouting in the video. The Mercedes was later stopped by police, but the suspects were released the following morning. This has further fueled public anger and questions about the involvement of government officials. The video concludes with Shchepikhin's release, showing him with visible injuries. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges to freedom of expression and the rule of law in Russia. Further investigation is needed to determine the full extent of the involvement of those responsible.