Former Saratov Oblast deputy stripped of illegal land and cars worth 22 million

Background

Former Saratov Oblast deputy Nikolai Pankov has been stripped of illegally acquired land and cars worth 22 million rubles (about $370,000), according to a court ruling.

The court found that Pankov had illegally acquired the land and cars while serving as a deputy.

The Court's Decision

The court ordered Pankov to return the land and cars to the state.

The court also fined Pankov 1 million rubles (about $17,000).

Pankov's Response

Pankov has denied any wrongdoing and said he will appeal the court's decision.

Impact

The court's decision is a significant victory for the Saratov Oblast government in its fight against corruption.

The decision also sends a strong message that government officials will be held accountable for their actions.