Authorities to Examine Alleged Infringements on the Rights of Palochka Village Residents

In a significant development, the Russian Investigative Committee has initiated a check on the actions of local authorities in the village of Palochka, Verkh-Ketsky district, located in the Tomsk region. The investigation is in response to systemic issues with infrastructure that have been plaguing the village, including power outages, disrupted communication, and a lack of bus service.

The village of Palochka, part of the Verkh-Ketsky district, has been the subject of concern for the Tomsk region's investigative authorities. Reports of infrastructure issues originated from residents of the village, leading to the investigation. The Russian Investigative Committee's check is aimed at determining if any criminal actions have occurred in relation to these issues.

The investigation is focused on potential negligence by local officials in addressing the infrastructure problems. The statement from the investigative authorities mentions systemic issues with infrastructure in the village, including poorly organized medical care and the lack of bus service.

The head of the local authorities in Verkh-Ketsky district, Igor Skidan, is under investigation by the Russian Investigative Committee as part of this ongoing investigation. The check is a significant step towards potentially holding local officials accountable for the conditions in the village of Palochka.

The Russian Investigative Committee's check is being conducted in the Tomsk region, and the investigation by the authorities will assess the actions of local officials for potential signs of a crime under part 1 of Article 293 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (negligence). The investigation is a testament to the commitment of the Russian Investigative Committee to ensuring the well-being of all citizens, regardless of their location.