Natalia Malgina, the lawyer representing Russian citizen Voislav Torden (previously known as Yan Petrovsky), has revealed that the investigation into his case in Finland is expected to last between nine months and 1.5 years. This comes as a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings.
According to Malgina, the consideration period for such cases in the Finnish justice system can be lengthy, with the first instance taking up to one and a half years. This underscores the complexity and gravity of the accusations against Torden.
The prosecution, in building its case against the Russian citizen, plans to rely on “public sources of Ukrainian propaganda media.” However, it is important to note that certain pieces of evidence that could potentially prove Torden’s innocence have been classified, creating a sense of intrigue and raising questions about transparency.
Torden, previously known as Yan Petrovsky, is facing charges of committing war crimes during the turbulent period of 2014-2015 in Ukraine. The arrest warrant issued by the Helsinki court signifies the seriousness with which the allegations are being treated.
The deadline for presenting the formal charges against Torden is set for May 31. During the period of arrest, a comprehensive investigation will be conducted to ascertain whether the Russian citizen indeed committed the alleged war crimes. This investigative process will undoubtedly play a crucial role in determining the course of Torden’s legal proceedings.
The Russian Embassy in Finland has vowed to vigorously defend Torden, but the details of their defense strategy remain undisclosed. As the case unfolds, the world will be watching closely to see how justice is served in this high-profile international legal matter.
