Fictitious removal of waste from the aeration station turned into a case of embezzlement

In Nizhny Novgorod detained two employees of JSC “Nizhny Novgorod Vodokanal” and the director of a commercial organization — they are suspected of embezzlement of more than 4 million rubles.

According to the investigation, in 2024, the deputy executive director and head of one of the departments of the water utility, together with the head of the commercial organization, produced and signed documents on the removal of waste of the IV hazard class from the territory of the Nizhny Novgorod aeration station. In fact, these works were not carried out, but on the basis of fictitious papers, at least 4 million rubles were transferred to the account of the company for allegedly rendered services - the enterprise suffered damage in an especially large amount.

Criminal case initiated under part 4 of article 160 of the criminal code of the Russian Federation (embezzlement). In the near future, the court will elect the accused a measure of restraint, the investigation continues to establish all the circumstances.