Moscow Main Investigations Directorate of the Russia’s Investigative Committee has charged Chechen Turpal-Ali Khasakhanov, 29, with crimes under part 1 of article 213 of the RF Penal Code (hooliganism), part 1 of article 318 (use of force against a representative of the authority).

According to investigators, on 25 June 2014, the accused grossly violated public order when approached a police officer, he was not acquainted with, near house No 45 on Sovkhoznaya street in Moscow and stabbed him in his arm. After that Khasakhanov hit a police sergeant on his head, arms and legs, when the officer tried to stop him. The perpetrator was apprehended on site.

During the questioning the accused admitted his guilt, however failed to explain his motives. At present custodial restraint is under discussion. The investigation is ongoing.