Another U.S. Citizen Detained In Moscow For Alleged ‘Violence’ Against Police Officer

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Another U.S. Citizen Detained In Moscow For Alleged ‘Violence’ Against Police Officer
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Here's How Americans View Harris And Trump On The Economy—As Harris Holds Slim Lead On Issue In Latest PollA U.S. citizen was detained earlier this week after he allegedly assaulted a law enforcement official in Moscow, Russia n officials said Wednesday, the latest American detained in Russia in recent years—following a major prisoner swap earlier this month.An American man—who was not named—was detained in Moscow “in connection with his hooliganism” on Aug.

The man refused to provide his “identity documents” before he allegedly “used violence against a law enforcement officer,” the committee said. Charges have not been filed against the man, whom investigators said they will ask to be held in custody until a trial, and heWe’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to 335-0739 or sign upOther American citizens are being held in Russian prisons, though the overall number is not known. Musician Travis Leake wason drug charges and sentenced to 13 years in prison last month.

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