Ayaz Shabutdinov, accused of particularly large-scale fraud, was sentenced to seven years in prison and a fine of five million rubles, the RIA Novosti correspondent reported.
The businessman said in the courtroom, “I have paid compensation to all the victims who are willing to accept it. I would also like to say that I do not want to cause harm, my intention to help people is sincere. I believe in education. My mother is also a teacher, she taught at school.”
Ayaz Shabutdinov was accused of deceiving 113 subscribers and customers. It was previously reported that the blogger faced eight years in prison, but the Presnensky District Court sentenced the blogger to seven years in prison.
Let us remind you that the founder of Like Center, Like Hostel hostel chain and Coffee Like coffee bars was detained on November 3, 2023. The High Criminal Court sent the businessman to the pre-trial detention center on November 4, and on February 25, the businessman’s detention period was extended until August 12.
Meanwhile, the entrepreneur had previously confessed: “I sincerely apologize to anyone who had unfair expectations about the educational value of our programs.”
Source: People Talk
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