Russian Journalist Oleg Roldugin Detained Amid Data Misuse Allegations
A Russian court ordered Novaya Gazeta journalist Oleg Roldugin to remain in pre-trial detention until May 10, following his arrest. He was detained on allegations of misuse of personal data after a raid on his home and the newspaper's offices by masked security agents.
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A Russian court has mandated that Oleg Roldugin, an investigative journalist for Novaya Gazeta, be held in pre-trial detention until May 10. The decision follows his arrest on Thursday.
Roldugin's detention arises from a case concerning alleged misuses of personal data. These allegations prompted a search of his home and a subsequent raid by masked security operatives on the offices of Novaya Gazeta.
Novaya Gazeta is renowned as one of Russia's leading investigative publications. The case has stirred international concern, with many fearing suppression of independent journalism.
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