The former head of the Russian military’s construction company, Andrei Belkov, has been arrested on abuse of power charges, as reported by the Kommersant business daily. Belkov, who previously led the Defense Ministry’s chief military construction authority, is accused of involvement in a scheme to buy an MRI scanner for a military clinic through fraudulent means.
Investigators are also looking into Belkov’s contracts, personal earnings, and connections during his tenure. His arrest is connected to a broader investigation into corruption within the military construction sector. Belkov’s dismissal from his position is part of a larger shakeup in the defense industry following the appointment of a new Defense Minister.
The arrest of Belkov comes amidst growing scrutiny of corruption and inefficiency within the Russian military establishment. This recent development underscores ongoing efforts to combat corruption at the highest levels of government.