A staff member at a Moscow rehabilitation center has been arrested following allegations of abusing teenagers. Investigators revealed that the facility had been operating illegally since August, with reports of children being subjected to beatings and torture. The incident has sparked outrage among local communities and human rights organizations, with calls for greater oversight of rehabilitation centers in the region.
The accused employee, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, is reportedly facing charges of abuse and illegal operation of the facility. Legal representatives for the accused have not yet commented on the case. Meanwhile, authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the facility’s operations, including the treatment of minors and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Human rights groups have criticized the government for its handling of the case, demanding stricter enforcement of child protection laws. The incident highlights broader concerns about the treatment of minors in rehabilitation centers, raising questions about the need for reform in the system. Officials have pledged to review the facility’s operations and implement measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.