Russian detainees expose Moscow police officer who tortured them - BBC News

On 6 March, huge anti-war demonstrations across Russia saw more than 5,000 protesters arrested. 29 were taken to Moscow's Brateyevo Police Station for questioning.
There, an unnamed police officer wearing black subjected at least 11 young women to verbal and physical abuse, often amounting to torture. This included suffocation.
Two of the detainees recorded their ordeals and on release leaked the audio to the press. Despite international outrage and multiple calls for an investigation by a Russian politician, the authorities did not open a criminal case.
In place of one, the victims set out to find the ‘man in black’ themselves. Using a leaked database from a Russian food delivery company called Yandex, archived social media accounts, and old dating profiles, BBC Eye’s new documentary ‘Finding My Torturer’ tells the story of how these young women came together to expose the identity of their torturer and his commanding officer.
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[@ppodism]

The courage of these women is just amazing - from protesting in the first place, then having the presence of mind to record, then having the courage to track them down. Just inspiring

[@AndreaIngham]

I guess when your brothers, fathers and cousins are being used as disposable soldiers, just cannon fodder bravery will be intrinsic. Very strong nonetheless.

[@Upsideround]

This is not courage this is cowardice. If they really cared they would have done something in 2014. a hollow BS claim by people that would never do the "right thing" until they knew it would hit home

[@TOMAS-lh4er]

A time is coming,SOON, when Putin will fall, and it will be possible to bring those thugs to justice !!

[@HeavilyCensoredKitty]

@@TOMAS-lh4er still waiting for Bush and Company to be punished but sadly it doesn’t happen in this world, perhaps the next?

[@jameswright2974]

@@TOMAS-lh4er USA in 79 yrs slaughtered 5 illion children using Europeans to die for their propaganda lies Stalin Hitler Never stooped that low poured millions of gallons of petrol on woman and children then sprayed chemicals on their crops causing their children to suffer from terrible deformities at birth happened in Afghanistan Isreal snipers shoot dead young men and woman for throwing stones your verbal propaganda usa farts do not impress me Russia destroyed Hitlers army wakey wakey Iraq 1 million + slaughtered Cuba 60 yrs o sanctions

[@speakgoodorsilence2205]

"you're not a real man, you know that?" The bravery even at that moment.

[@chrispearl8858]

Propaganda

[@hundinger1]

Sure. It's absolutely impossible that people get abused by the police in a country where you can get arrested for holding a sign.

[@RankinMsP]

@@chrispearl8858 I pray you experience this 'propaganda' very soon.

[@hiseverest9074]

@@hundinger1 you can get arrested in your country if you protest against pedophiles teachers . 🤣🤣

[@hiseverest9074]

@@RankinMsP Soon Zelensky led Neo Nazi boys will fall and they will either die a horrible death or will all be sent to Siberia. Something smells so familiar here. Yes i remember, after WW2 the German Nazis and the Ukrainian Bandera Nazis all rotted at the Siberian camps.

[@petroldrinker]

Sickening, cowardly behaviour of the so-called police. I'm appalled that you had to go through this. Thank you so much for your heroism. To be so tenacious in your pursuit of justice is truly inspiring. Please carry on, you will save lives and inspire so many people. You're amazing.

[@joejensen2239]

Russian people will pay a very big price for this

[@lw1zfog]

you’re naive at best, disingenuous at worst

[@robertgascoyne8194]

It’s Russia’ what else would you expect 💩

[@jonybe5854]

@@robertgascoyne8194 true Russia is💩 in Human rights

[@HK-gm8pe]

this is no police....this is called something entirely different....mafia , freakin gangsters , they make me puke

[@charlenelohnes4698]

Sick and disgusting. My heart goes out to the poor young ladies.

[@chrismoore4107]

Everybody

[@ranjanbiswas3233]

"Sick and disgusting" explains every war.

[@RovingRoninEDC]

A Russian once shared a very insightful thought of just how such things can happen. He said: “Unlimited power in the hands of limited people always leads to cruelty.” ― Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn

[@mariankelly8224]

Excellent quote

[@gerryl6227]

That's absolutely real...they're under the rocks...

[@RovingRoninEDC]

@@gerryl6227 of course, the rocks, yes, clearly the rocks 🙄

[@gerryl6227]

@@RovingRoninEDCany time or night they can have the keys to my door, after a visit/needs survey I will get a urgent call to attend a overdue family powwow. I'll need sitters for my small so naturally I'l leave the keys with my family until I return. It could be for a while. I'd be grateful to have these high caliber, quick witted, and resourceful Russian young woman hold the fort until I got back. Pass it on :) I hope to hear that they are safe soon...they can come to Canada...anytime. Amen and pass the ammo K.?

[@RovingRoninEDC]

@@gerryl6227 will do! Clearly, yes, I’ll bet getting right on that! Maybe a trip to Canada isn’t a bad idea, I think I’ve got some misconceptions which need to be cleared up. For example, prior to this conversation, I was under the impression Canada had a world class psychiatric care system. Clearly that’s not the case….. now I’ll have to actually try Canadian beer to see if it’s good or hype. Your mania has shaken my entire Canadian belief system 🤪😂

[@drobinbarker]

As a retired law enforcement officer and investigator, I am very impressed by the civilians who performed this excellent investigation of apparent significant governmental corruption!!

[@bellerophon5566]

Impressive indeed. Brave women.

[@glydyr007]

probably much better than the 'police officers' in the photos...

[@coldpotatoes2556]

If your a ex law officer?, you’d know there’s corruption everywhere and wouldn’t be surprised. Oh I forgot, this is about Russia, time to put your Russophobia hat on….ok…..you can’t judge away now with total inconsistency.👏👏👏👏

[@reinerdykeman]

@Mot Kaou 🥱 you’re an attention seeker, go and get a real job

[@austinedal5545]

Hello 👋 Douglas

[@marcomarc3482]

imagine the horror they can do to others, since they even do this to their people

[@madzen112]

Those girls did such an impressive investigation. Now they need justice.

[@anthonymcneill1465]

These young ladies are relentless, tenacious, and courageous! Indeed, good investigative journalism. I hope justice and karma pays those criminals a visit.

[@mitanni0]

The internet remembers. Once this criminal regime belongs to history, justice will inevitably follow up.

[@IamMichelle88]

Sadly you will never know unless by an act of God who really is to blame.

[@TURE1215]

Why you with USA and Nato if you dont like Crimiminals who kill civils? Who bombarder IRAQ, SYRIA, YUGOSLAVIA, is that your Human rights? Russia will make you feel the Russian winter no matter where you are.

[@johnmurphy941]

I'd like to interrogate both of them. Man to Man.

[@natalianpavlenco6309]

Fiction story

[@lampshade7874]

Wow. This is an amazing example of what compassionate people can do when they put their compassion into action. Award winning little film here, extraordinary strength and wisdom in those protestors.

[@fishlivesmatter]

Western propaganda at its finest 😂

[@VINLAND_777]

@@fishlivesmatter might be you don‘t realize it yourself, but if YOU copy/paste the same accusation without any evidence under every comment, THIS is the exact definition of propaganda my friend! Don‘t try to fool people, please!

[@fishlivesmatter]

@@VINLAND_777 BBC has the credibility of being a propagandist media, I dont trust everything they report here and you should too, I know you hate russia but your hatred dont fix anything especially the war happening lol

[@terjeoseberg990]

@@fishlivesmatter

[@DissociatedWomenIncorporated]

@@fishlivesmatter You know what's _not_ Western propaganda? All the real, throbbing horse salami Putin takes up his rectum every day, as he acts as a bottom for a plethora, _a stable_ of girthy, equine lovers. It was a myth with Catherine the Great, but it's true with the very NEIGHbourly Vladimir Putitinme. 🐴💦💦💦

[@davidpage7900]

Anyone who tortures or protects one who did should be hunted down as a criminal. There is never justification for torture.

[@helenhart6014]

To anyone who's been through torture anywhere in the world in any given situation... may you be truly seen, heard, receive aligned support, be healed and receive justice if there is justice in these situations if you choose to receive this....your choice.

[@markchristopher2373]

Maximum respect for the courage demonstrated here, not to mention the solidarity and intelligence on display.

[@RealNeutronStar]

Evil=Russian Police=Orks! 😈

[@xinhxinh23]

All the Communist Countries Police had the bad attitude like that. Russia, China, VietNam, North Korea, Cuba, Iran, Myanmar, … they’re all dictated to their people. They can hitting us, killing us when they want. It’s happened in Iran right now, the police already killed some innocent people. And it’s happening in China, VietNam, N.Korea ,… every day. Can the world do something to help the people in those communist countries ? Please. ASAP !

[@emmadoheny8319]

Very brave for standing up for your rights it is awful how these women and others are treated . No freedom of speech😢. Well done for exposing these monsters.

[@gyaanfreak]

They could have been shot by now if they did this same thing in your country. The girls I mean.

[@terjeoseberg990]

@@gyaanfreak, Which country is that?

[@DissociatedWomenIncorporated]

@@gyaanfreak oh dear, all that bootleg vodka really _has_ rotted your brain, comrade.

[@jaylockwood5030]

And the morons in silicon valley cut off social media to Russia, thus allowing evil to be hidden.

[@user-xb3og8rb7v]

​@@DissociatedWomenIncorporated Look at your "freedom of speech", look at the independent journalist Alina Lipp from Germany opened a criminal case for reporting from the Donbass, and her and her parents' accounts were blocked.

[@karlpatterson8437]

Excellent investigative work. Keep going and dig into what is happening to other young people who have become detainees. Godspeed.

[@kutgoogle9979]

Brave young women! These are the kind of people you need to set society straight where it has been corrupted. Respect, and let us just hope that justice will prevail in the end.

[@Vladi0310]

These are the people I admire and respect, as a Russian myself, when in custody, you have no rights, no calls to,a lawyer- NOTHING!!! You simply not a person anymore. I was SA, beaten…. No one cares! The only reason I am safe and alive is the fact that I also have American citizenship and my husband moved mountains to get me out. So, i also amazed how brave this girl is, once they found out that I am a doctor, I helped others, but 11 days seemed 11 years. After I came back to USA , I burned my Russian passport.

[@AB-dj2nb]

I'm glad you're okay and that your husband got you out. Yes, the bravery of these girls is incredible. Peace to you!

[@IAMGiftbearer]

What you and those other women went through is horrible and barbaric. I'm glad you are out of there. I wonder why the people in these positions and in the military are so brutal. Are alot of people in Russia abused when they're children and so these guys think it's normal to do that to others?

[@marklutz95]

@@IAMGiftbearer Perhaps the thug is hoping to be hired by an organized crime group which will pay him more than the police.

[@threethrushes]

@@IAMGiftbearer Russia is a brutalising place. It's hard to describe to any Westerner who hasn't personally experienced life there. It is the closest I've ever seen to a Hobbesian existence - a war of all against all. Disclaimer: I'm British, studied Russian language, philosophy, and c.19th Russian literature, and studied, lived, and worked in European Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Kazakhstan.

[@1funkyflyguy]

@@robertmarley8852 Why should she exactly?!!!

[@Dabsfordays3]

Absolutely sickening I'm sorry this happened to you guys I hope there is justice in your name!

[@hughjaanus6680]

They are girls not guys.

[@ChernobylPone]

Is common in America towards upper nonwhites.

[@Dabsfordays3]

@@hughjaanus6680 you don't say! It was just a generalization.

[@Dabsfordays3]

@@ChernobylPone lol your an idiot!

[@jasminl9718]

@@hughjaanus6680 You are pretty dumb.. Hope you know it.. In almost every context it is considered a gender-neutral term idiot.. 🤣🤣

[@nicholasslee8903]

The courage of these ladies to endure and respond to such distasteful behaviour by people in society who are suppose to protect the public and earn their respect is unfortunately a sign of where society is heading, and in some countries has fallen to. Bullies in society must educated, and exposed for who they are. Hopefully a good samaratin will step in and extend an arm or two and educate these bullies. My full respect goes to these ladies involved, be strong, be patient. 😍😍😍

[@benmaynard5027]

I've only just started but "There is insufficient evidence to warrant a criminal investigation"... Isn't that the point of an investigation, to find evidence!

[@user-xy2ou6hz5v]

Девушки огромные молодцы! И донести эту историю до BBC и мировой общественности - отлично! Весь мир теперь знает этих подонков и без суда. Журналистам спасибо!

[@joshfriedman2717]

The girls are great indeed

[@damianeadie510]

These women are heroes. Those 'men' should be looking over their shoulders the rest of their lives.

[@Armed-Forever]

So you just believe it even tho the bbc is anti russia 😂😂😂 wow

[@PRIME.MINISTER_YAHOO]

Russia will soon run out of males because of this war 😂

[@Romanball5677]

@@PRIME.MINISTER_YAHOO dude not all men in Russia are bad just the ones that work for Putin and the cops

[@michaelillingworth6433]

@@PRIME.MINISTER_YAHOO Since this man is question is obviously such a bad ass he should be sent to Ukraine front line. I'm sure his skills will be appreciated.

[@trishaprett7721]

Short lives hopefully.

[@choppering]

You are a strong woman. I’l hope that more people in your country follow you. Stay safe and god bless you.

[@eleazarvelasco8808]

Such courage. You deserve justice. I pray you get it.

[@j.tommaier6132]

You are very brave! Only people like you can make a difference against brutality and cruelty. This is what we are really fighting for in this world. We need more people like you with a passion for peace and unity.

[@user-jt2gt2zn1w]

What your countries do is rejecting visas to such people.

[@fishlivesmatter]

Western propaganda at its finest, 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@NetTubeUser]

THIS is journalism! For sure.

[@alexgibb8406]

Lol so what difference have they done??? Zero.

[@MrLoobu]

No the change only comes after war kills those with the fascist ideals. Problem being war with modern weapons will kill most everyone else too.

[@nguquaxanguyen5224]

the whole regime need to be on trial for crime against humanity

[@stefanschleps8758]

Its coming.

[@Aragorn333]

Absolutely

[@markuhlman963]

Courageous, intelligent, amazingly brave young women. I hope the men responsible for their torture get what they deserve.

[@mbtijanii6305]

Amazing and my respect for speaking up but also how they use available Data to track down the responsible persons. Well done Ladies!!

[@IsaDesOsiers]

It takes tremendous courage to do this kind of research in such a repressive time in Russia. Thank you to these incredibly brave woman and to the BBC for this excellent report. I pray justice will be done eventually and pray for their safety in the meantime!

[@niel19861]

When has there ever not been a time where you can't publicly have an opposing view to Putin and his cronies?

[@TheExoGames]

when Russia wasn't oppressive? This behavior goes back to USSR and Tzar Russia. When I was living in USSR police there could take you to holding cell for 15 days (without any reason) and do what they wanted. They used to shoot in to windows of your apartment if you watched them taking people to jail (that actually happened to my family) So I guess my point is, how does this girls are so naive? They are genuinely shocked by this behavior.... idk people in chat screaming bravery.. For me It feels like stupidity. Really brave and smart people blowing up army stockpiles, blowing up cars of Putin's cronies (Alexander Dugin comes to mind)

[@ritarossi1805]

HASBARA...

[@1funkyflyguy]

@@TheExoGames You are talking pure sh*t!

[@gordonaliasme1104]

Putin was once a member of the Secret Police. His aim is to undo the years of open / Glasnost. His allies are China/North Korea.

[@KaleunMaender77]

Anyone surprised that this happened? Cause I have suspicions that that's not the only police station where anti-war protesters were tortured.

[@honkhonk8009]

This common Russian behaviour. Absolutism is uniquely russian. Police officers dont view themselves as just workers. They view themselves as feudal lords. Putin probably thought that the president controlls the entire country, and probably thought because Biden was president, that the Americans would put up a weak response. For some reason, Russians just dont realize how absolutist so much of their shit is.

[@angelofchrist4494]

This is just the first layer of the onion they are unpeeling

[@hgf334]

This is another reason why Putins days in power are numbered, sooner or later everyday russians are going to overthrow him.

[@eyesopen7946]

i happens even in the UK

[@mikelheron20]

@@eyesopen7946 Evidence please.

[@admilsonoo7]

Thank you...brave girl...say no to this war.

[@danforster6525]

If I was the father of any of the tortured women I'd make a visit to the officers homes and deal with them on the QT.

[@Hsauzier]

Bravo to these tenacious young girls. Our heart and prayers are with you. God bless you!

[@coreyham3753]

Very good research and follow up by these young girls.

[@xinhxinh23]

All the Communist Countries Police had the bad attitude like that. Russia, China, VietNam, North Korea, Cuba, Iran, Myanmar, … they’re all dictated to their people. They can hitting us, killing us when they want. It’s happened in Iran right now, the police already killed some innocent people. And it’s happening in China, VietNam, N.Korea ,… every day. Can the world do something to help the people in those communist countries ? Please. ASAP !

[@paperandtwine]

My heart goes out to these brave young women

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@gottfriedmuller3722]

How cruel these men of the police department!! What a shame!!! You never think, these cruelity could happen in Moscow!! But since the terrible war against Ukraine, everything seems to be possible!! Mr Putin should know, the whole world is watching, what is happening in his country, and how respectless the Russian government is treating his own nice young and other people. No wonder, they're leaving their own country, to find a place in the world, they can live in peace! If Mr Putin had a bit more respect for his own people, he would change this situation immideately!!! "A plastic bag over her head"...., these torture methods are really incredible!!!

[@salvadorvizcarra769]

@@gottfriedmuller3722 PROPAGANDA! Do you want to know why Russia has not been removed from the UN? Or WHY don't send fighter jets against Russia? (It would only take a dozen "Invisibles" Lockheed F-117 “Nighthawk” to end a war before it starts). Cuz If anything, IF the US really wanted to resolve the crisis in Ukraine, the US would break up with NATO forever. In 1991, when the USSR collapsed, the Russians dissolved the Warsaw Pact. However, NATO was not dissolved. It was the opposite. NATO grew in power, in territorial extension and in the number of allied countries. (And NOT precisely "Allied Countries", but rather "Countries Subordinate to the will of the US", which is the correct name). In this war Mr. Putin is DEFENDING his Homeland. Mr. Putin is fighting today against only ONE Country (Ukraine), cuz if he doesn't fight Ukraine today, then tomorrow he will have to fight against 30 countries that make up NATO. At the end of WWII, NATO had 8 allied countries. During the height of the Cold War, NATO already had 14 countries in total. Today, when the USSR and Communism no longer exists, there are 30. Just in case we all forgot. Mr. Zelensky was a television Comedian who won the Presidency of Ukraine thanks to Mr. Petro Poroshenko (this one of great academic and political merit), who was ridiculed for the Parodies that Mr. Zelensky made on TV. And why didn't Mr. Poroshenko stop these taunts and slanders against him? Answer: Cuz Mr. Poroshenko did not want to "Affect" the Freedom of Expression in Ukraine, and cuz Mr. Poroshenko never thought that a Comedian without experience and without political stature (without political or physical stature), could beat him in a vote. (The same case with Hillary/Trump. And for that same reason, Mr. Zelensky sent the two opposition leaders to jail and controlled Ukrainian TV militarily, with the support of the US). Well... Already as President, Mr. Zelensky dazzled him by the proposals of the International Monetary Fund (Headquarters in Washington, DC), in which he would be filled with money if he agreed to join NATO, it was easy for him to challenge the power of Russia. Today Mr. Zelensky is ALONE and friendless. Mr. Zelensky faces Mr. Putin in absolute solitude. What does Mr. Putin want? Answer: Russia cannot allow a NATO Military Base on its immediate border. What does the United States want? Answer: The US has almost 800 Military Bases spread all over the world, and they need another 800 more Bases, to subsume Russia. That is what the US wants: Subsume Russia. But... BUT, the US will not enter a war to defend Mr. Zelensky, cuz China would side with Russia. End of history and possibly end of the United States. Governing a country is serious business. A country cannot be Governed by a TV Comedian. Finally, for the US the issue of its National Security is something non-negotiable. (The Pentagon is PARANOID on this point). However, this same Right to Defend Itself, US is denied to Russia and it is also denied to all the countries of the world. No one in the world can pose a threat to the US, but in reality, the US is a real threat to everyone. Now, please read the words of Mr. Vladimir Putin: “Russia has always advocated for the creation of a system of equal and indivisible Security. A system that is vital for the entire world community. In December last year (in 2019), we proposed to conclude an agreement on Security Guarantees. Russia called on the West to an honest dialogue to search for reasonable compromise solutions. To take into account each other's interests (US-Europe/Russia). All in vain. The NATO/US countries did not want to hear us, which means that in fact they had completely different plans from the beginning… And we saw it”. (In fact, in September 1990, the US and Russia guaranteed Ukraine's security as "Payment" for Ukraine giving up the world's "Third Largest Nuclear Arsenal". Does anyone remember this agreement between Yeltsin and George H. W. Bush? What we are seeing today in Ukraine is the "Most Expensive Circus in the World", with the performance of the "Worst Western Clowns in History". The US Gov’t has Violated all the treaties it has signed... ALL! Since the Wars with the Native Nations of America!).

[@Bo4K]

@@salvadorvizcarra769 putin tvoi pideras !!

[@sk.43821]

@@gottfriedmuller3722 "You never think, these cruelity could happen in Moscow!!" That is the highest level of naivety I have ever heard of. Please try to read a book on that topic.

[@kayemarkham5660]

I pray for these women and all who seek justice and freedom! 🙏❤️

[@brucedonnelly5209]

I hope you get justice one day.

[@cranjismcbasketball2565]

These women are incredibly brave. Not only did they survive the torture of a beast, but they were also able to figure out who hurt them, and even made sure the one in charge would pay along with the officer.

[@Muck-qy2oo]

I hope they will get justice one day.

[@kxmalahov]

no problem, She is Russian!!!

[@kxmalahov]

@FunnyFlix i hope your relatives never owned slave

[@louisavondart9178]

No-one will pay. This is normal police proceedure in Russia.

[@ianjohngonzales4066]

The people pay these pig's salaries so they can terrorize and murder them.

[@zytoses9223]

that right there is corruption at its purist. "There are no laws here, only one law, my law..."

[@igotes]

But.. but.. they have an anti corruption agency! Are you suggesting that the agency is a sham? If only there were an anti corruption agency anti corruption agency.

[@Jyshrii]

It's not so easy committing crimes in a police station and keeping them from being discovered. Nothing is coming of this information being found out now, but may in the future. Kudos to these brave, smart, and persistent women. They show there is hope for a better Russia some day.

[@elizabethcrowley3321]

You are wonderfully courageous, persistent woman who do ALL women proud. Thank you for bearing this pain and trauma. You are in my thoughts constantly. xxx

[@annadelf]

It takes amazing bravery to stand up for your rights, especially in a place where windows and stairs are so slippery. Hoping they remain safe and get to see a better Russia as soon as possible.

[@psycronizer]

Russia will soon be on fire, people are leaving droves to avoid the draft and summary arrests and torture, people should get out while they can, any way they can.

[@downhomesunset]

Or leave it!

[@mahmudraufozdol706]

This is a sexist mini-documentary. Why does it only care about women protesters who were beaten by the police? Why doesn't BBC give a shit about a lat of of men protesters who were also beaten by the police?

[@denisdenisov7623]

Why there is 5 comments in this thread, but I can see only one? Freedom of speech from BBC?

[@planj2796]

This is disgusting. Without the recording nobody would know that this or they would deny it without any evidence. Actions like these are disturbing.

[@Hendrixski]

That's why you should always record the police.

[@Ayman.Al.Balushi]

@@Hendrixski unfortunately in many nations it is illegal to record police or any govt asset..

[@howler6490]

What good did it do? Governmental cover-up issued...end of story... Sad but typical of today

[@andyakarudolfhessiansack7936]

How.do.we know these recordings are genuine?

[@lamlam-bw7ev]

Next time they will search the body for phones before interrogation

[@brendagabourel3404]

So sad .to hear what these young ladies went through.

[@Xandr017]

This kind of work can actually stop violence on innocent detainees, these women are actual heroes

[@Ti5qu4ntum]

Never surprised. Always disgusted.😤

[@romystumpy1197]

Yep you've summed up my thoughts

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@pickledragonrebel]

Exactly

[@jimmyz2098]

Yep. Russia - in a nutshell. Always has been. Always will be.

[@dragon.fromindia3235]

Sell them all equity stocks and start new startup business

[@marc6344]

My grandma told me storys about how she was taken in custody by Gestapo in 1943 and it was exactly the same like in the video.

[@deeppurple883]

Russians and every other country they invaded have been subjected to generations of this treatment. It's going to take the people of Russia to stop this nut. If he capitulates he's finished, if he goes to war we're all finished. If the Russian army don't stop him then it's left to the people. Who will the brass support.

[@trishaprett7721]

Bless her.Awful that she knows this is still happening.

[@Fischjesicht]

This criminal human trash tends to florish in dictatorships.

[@FRESHL1887]

Bless her. Imagine, how the internet could have saved everybody from the 3rd Reich terror.

[@Finsternessel]

@@FRESHL1887 What do you mean? The internet sadly isnt saving the russian protestors.

[@johnmyers9575]

You ladies are so strong and intelligent I'm so sorry that you had to experience such evilness please never let these crooked police officers get away with their crimes that they have both committed!

[@borntolate1]

Fantastic bit of investigation good luck to you, and may god be with you

[@sylviabeam8483]

I'm so proud of these brave, young people. hats off to you all! I'm so sorry you had to go through that ordeal but so proud of your bravery

[@dolebandit9942]

They are just attention seekers with daddy issues, Support your fighting men, If they get wind they are people walking the streets of the capital against them it could effect discipline at the front

[@pyrmontbridge4737]

@@dolebandit9942 You are probably the greatest sycophantic coward of all time.

[@sylviabeam8483]

@Make Ukraine Russia Again 🇷🇺 now why would i? get serious if your going to want an answer out of me

[@pyrmontbridge4737]

@Make Ukraine Russia Again 🇷🇺 This sounds like a Qanon conspiracy. Qanon only exists because there are weak-minded people out there that accept Q's (or Putin's) brainwashing without any critical thinking.

[@tankritsuwan3376]

Worse than J Edward hoover who did not use torture but use wire-trap.

[@eris2551]

Such beautiful and brave young girls! Feel like cheering for their courage, but also, to cry for their suffering!❤️💔

[@nils9876]

Great investigational reporting. Thanks 🙏

[@stephenclarke2546]

Very interesting! The detective work and courage these young women showed were remarkable.

[@sallylambert7552]

These young ladies are strong, intelligent, and unrelenting in seeking justice and truth. I admire them so much. What was done was to intimidate you but instead it made you stronger. I admire you so much. Prayers.

[@brockrock2359]

Liar A few months ago you were screaming all Russians are bad and boycotting and threatening every company in Russia making it harder for the average Russian citizen that could care less about the war But you saw a white woman crying now Russians are....good now You guys are so confused You Sally in particular are a huge hypocrite

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@Tuppoo94]

They will almost certainly end up in trouble again for making this piece. I wouldn't be surprised if their male family members were dying in Ukraine in a couple of weeks. They are very brave, but in a state where law and order are only words, and governance is primarily by the means of fear, hunger, and violence sanctioned at the highest level, their future looks bleak.

[@jimmyz2098]

@@Tuppoo94 The sad truth. Some things will never change. And Russia is one of them.

[@dazzacowculvert6650]

I really hope the fate of these men will be dark and painful. You people were very brave and courageous and should become a body of people to expose the sadistic behaviour and corruption in your country, you have incredible skills!

[@DriQ-qo7tp]

Send these two scumbags to the frontline in Ukraine, and see if these lowlife cowards can fight in the battlefield as fiercely as they tortured girls!

[@stephenodey5147]

Wow excellent investigation 👍

[@AJ-et3vf]

Great video! Thank you!

[@neanda]

BBC News have really stepped up their game, a very good topic that needs to be exposed, smart research, and well produced. Keep this up. I'm glad those brave women found him, his time will come.

[@newton18311]

I wish the Bias Broadcasting Corporation was as good with The Indigenous people of Britian.

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@Drizzle600]

Ohhhh so this should just be believed no questions asked???? How much were you paid for your comment 🥴

[@jorgegonzalez-larramendi5491]

@@newton18311 trollski

[@chobblegobbler2536]

Russian men are so strong. They can fight females, children, and the disabled. Such courage.

[@JoseyStranded]

In groups yes, but not one on one.

[@stefanschleps8758]

Real men will see these women as their sisters and seek vengeance. #NotMySister!

[@souijaboi3198]

@@stefanschleps8758 only simps like you do

[@Twit.Tw00]

..... and are murdered in their hundreds of thousands by proud Ukrainians !

[@Earthbound369]

@@souijaboi3198 Only losers like you don't.

[@ukraineforever5102]

God bless these conscious and courage people, be safe and healthy

[@alanpengo3335]

All you young ladies are heroes and are so brave, karma will catch up to all who did you any harm .Great reporting all round so be safe and be lucky,✌️💯

[@quite1enough]

This is infuriating. It's really sad that we here in Russia don't have any organized armed resistance.

[@wills2140]

The time will come when they turn against each other.

[@tomrundle2293]

Because Russian army are cowards. They're afraid of one man.

[@jasperprice7542]

What amazing journalism! Well done to the BBC for exposing these crimes.

[@brainysmurf74]

Excellent propaganda on part of the BBC. Not because of the crimes but playing into the narrative and lie that the women are on the front lines of the war. Its so easy to see when a piece is degrading to men even when they dont say it blatantly. I will Never trust the BBC, CNN or any other propaganda cesspool.

[@sebastianguerre6868]

I think the culture in Russia is totally different to the culture in Britain. The question is should we respect other cultures if they're not the same as our own?

[@fishlivesmatter]

Western Propaganda at its finest 😉

[@matthewmcmatthewson6578]

@@fishlivesmatter yes, yes, and the videos of all those residential buildings, hospitals and schools? Yeah Ukraine TOTALLY has the money to stage all that, as their people are being raped, tortured and murdered by the innocent Russian liberators.

[@VINLAND_777]

@@fishlivesmatter what is propagated then, please explain!

[@HugoRodriguez-ez5vi]

You guys are extremely brave respect ✊🏾✊🏿✊🏼✊🏽✊🏻

[@simonhunter9136]

Top respect to these ladies. Very brave. Keep safe.

[@SornGeorge]

This is one of the best videos produced by the BBC. Please keep it up. We really need you to keep this high level of journalism.

[@AB-dj2nb]

These girls are so brave! They handled themselves well throughout the whole ordeal. Horrific treatment. I hope there will be justice one day. Creating the group chat was very smart. We need this type of journalism in this crazy world.

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

There is great power against corruption and abuse... via NUMBERS. Even 3 individuals can usually subdue one. And that's sometimes even if the three are individually weak! If you're ever "group-kidnapped", the fastest possibility for freedom is to UNITE QUICKLY. #courage

[@digitalincometactics9858]

Goes to show it doesn't matter who you are you have history online and it can be found! Good job to these women.

[@albertsax8238]

Brave & courageous young men & women, May they find a way to escape torture & dead!

[@loeuvrededieu]

In awe of how brave these women are

[@gateway4499]

Glory to the citizens who stand up to physical and emotional abuse at the hands of corrupt officers.

[@JG-fg1ye]

These people are very brave

[@fishlivesmatter]

Western Propagandist, paid actors

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@ehayes7849]

Yes, against a big man bully who needed to make himself feel powerful by controlling women by physically abusing them. Russia's manly man mentality. How many generations will it take until countries stop abusing / oppressing women? Afghanistan? Iran? and many - many more.

[@dragon.fromindia3235]

Sell them all equity stocks and start new startup business

[@keithrock939]

@Meima u have now been reported for terrorism activities and police is being called, screenshot of your comment and profile will be given to the police, so you can delete if u wish. Pointless exercise

[@hvitekristesdod]

The bravery of these people is stunning

[@goodplant2486]

Kudos to these brave ladies! Great fact-finders! May you get justice you deserve. God be with you!

[@vairavike-freiberga1728]

Excellent work of independent investigation. Great courage on the part of the girls! Keep spreading the names and faces of the guilty across your country. Keep safe and God be with you!

[@iusa5099]

God bless you!

[@Dannyhunter1970]

A laugh at people like you believe all the west put out all you are is a sheep

[@coffeecake8098]

These men are no humans. Everybody should know their names and see their faces so that they have no chance to go another country, e.g. for getting asylum. Everybody should know that these men are criminal... Stay safe 🇩🇪🙏🇷🇺

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@scam]

Which god?

[@victoriamoore6121]

So scary! Очень сочувствую! Спасибо, что вы вышли на протест. 🇺🇦

[@warrenstringham415]

the war is f a k e though

[@IBTU]

Yes very nice production I’m sure Hollywood would be proud of

[@peeryoutube]

@@warrenstringham415 I mean, how can I not believe you? Clearly you've went to Eastern Ukraine and went to see it for yourself!

[@gio-oz8gf]

@@IBTU You're a useless troll; nobody is going to be influenced by anything you say. Why do you waste your time?

[@braderley]

@@warrenstringham415 here we go another enlightened sheep baa baa baa no one in the real world I profess to live in believes or respects me, my girlfriend and I with our five kids share a Facebook profile because we don't trust each other and I know she complains about my Sheepy following of anti truth to the latest man she's banging. Baa baa stupid sheep do you believe in wool? No sir no sir the news said its true I have no masters I pretend I'm legion with no name But my common law bangs other men and watches the news all day

[@1americanboy]

What a Brave and Courageous Young Women.. an inspiration to the many that believe in Justice for all.. they will prevail. You have to be so proud of them..

[@theresafedoriw5003]

I'm both inspired and saddened by this film. Your bravery in the face of a corrupt political system reinforces how truly fortunate I am. I've never had to endure your experience.

[@JohnSmith-db2wl]

I truly hope that these monsters will get what they deserve. Keep going strong!

[@blackglama1]

Blessings to these brave young women. May you be safe where ever you are.

[@user-xg4dw8wq1p]

The bad ones are actresses. I wish I had time to rivet this staging, but the talent is straight. Preparations for such false performances are probably ready for all occasions.

[@infinitititan1]

@@user-xg4dw8wq1p If those women are confirmed to be Russian citizens? Why would they go through the trouble of staging a false claim.

[@ekaterinastaneva9922]

@@user-xg4dw8wq1p so funny how Russian trolls used to win elections and referendums in the west, today even a child doesn't beieve them. Waste of state money.

[@xinhxinh23]

All the Communist Countries Police had the bad attitude like that. Russia, China, VietNam, North Korea, Cuba, Iran, Myanmar, … they’re all dictated to their people. They can hitting us, killing us when they want. It’s happened in Iran right now, the police already killed some innocent people. And it’s happening in China, VietNam, N.Korea ,… every day. Can the world do something to help the people in those communist countries ? Please. ASAP !

[@email4664]

@@user-xg4dw8wq1p Что было бы прекрасно увидеть, так это резню трусов, которые били этих девчонок- Насрать на свою родину, слабая сучка.

[@succatash]

As we have seen throught history one persons actions can be the match that lights change. Keep being brave.

[@sophial3339]

So corrupt. This raises awareness. Hope you girls are okay

[@alikus7]

Amazing report, amazing young woman! Such events have been taking place for hundreds & thousands of years and sadly have had far worse results. I am a descendant of genocide survivors and this is the most modern example of such actions. It is hard to come to terms with the fact that such actions will most likely always be part of the human condition. But consequences are also part of that condition.

[@sherryd.3425]

ALMOST always...we are the consequence...if we choose to keep our eyes open and not blink ...ever. Hire mothers, because we are notorious for having eyes in the back of our heads, working diligently through shift work, and exhibiting effortless, shameless, swift cruelty towards those who threaten our innocent.

[@my4mainecoons726]

Thank you for giving them a voice and credibility.

[@IBTU]

Thank you for believing the propaganda you sheep

[@karlhungusjr1]

@@IBTU ok troll/bot

[@fishlivesmatter]

Lol these are obviously Paid Ukrainian actors 😂😂

[@gio-oz8gf]

@@fishlivesmatter They've got perfect Russian accents.

[@karlhungusjr1]

@@fishlivesmatter no they're not 🤣😂🤣😂

[@mikebaird8648]

Great job ladies. Excellent work...

[@kjetin99]

I really admire them! So brave!

[@juliedahl1892]

Thank you for showing us this . I’m in the US, these people are a disgrace to anybody’s society.. Bless you. I’m glad your out of there & could tell the whole country… ❤️❤️🥰🥰

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@sandwichman100]

similar shit happens in the USA, cept the US cops just shoot you 'in self defence'

[@ukraine_will_win_]

the problem is that if all such people are out of russia, who is/will be left there ?

[@chevchell4244]

Clean your room before cleaning other people's room USA is the last to talk about situation like this ......ask any black man in usa or anyone for that sort!

[@ukraine_will_win_]

@@chevchell4244 kremlin, be more creative. you dont deserve bot's salary.

[@wheresmychippy]

This is why populations have to have access to information and communication. It's possibly the only way to maintain freedom.

[@tristenatorplaysgames6833]

Yea 100% even china can’t surpress the internet as much as they want since vpns and many other techniques exist

[@jrkr7357]

A propaganda makeup fake accusation ?

[@rajputrohit9516]

Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@rajputrohit9516]

@@jrkr7357 Why don’t u ask bbc to make a video on how britan an USA an Europe wanted to intimidate an Attack Indian in 1971 an how britan an USA ran away when they saw a Russian submarine in front of them protecting India , u I’ll all enjoy watching it how covered is ur britan an Europe an USA to be frank an opportunistic to loot people around the world resources an show urself as a rich an advanced country an also ask bbc to mention that how it looted 43 trillion dollars from India in its 200 years of colonialism, shame on u guys for not knowing the real truth abt ur countries

[@joanneruth1168]

If you want freedom don’t live in Russia

[@sergei8337]

Well done, hope they will be help accountable

[@lazynow1]

Yea...unlikely....

[@benjaminhumphreys7920]

Great investigation

[@MyDikkie]

Hopefully you are all in safe places. Time for a change in government and punish the ones applying torture.

[@bhgtree]

Terrible but not surprising, respect and best wishes to these young women, I hope you get justice and your bravery encourages many others to join you and support you. Thanks BBC for reporting on this.

[@terryofford4977]

The creatures who perpetrated crimes against this particular girl and doubtlessly others deserves ONE PUNISHMENT, hopefully appropriate action can betaken out against the cowardly Putin Puppet who cannot be called a man perhaps a sewer rat or louse, I would like to learn the outcome of this cowardly bully, along with his pathetic henchmen. Terry Offord.

[@burkabrigade]

What courage these women have!

[@fredrickroll06]

What IMMENSELY brave and intelligent women!!

[@nadiap.5900]

The tears I shed are those of anger, I really hope these brave young women won't be hurt because of the great work that have done exposing these so-called men.

[@mosthatedmanincommentsection]

My blood is boiling while watching this. How's there still brutal tyrants like these living in this era? I thought we pass all that? Jesus... Praise for these young russians for standing up against Putler's regime.

[@pablodelsegundo9502]

Nearly half the world has governments that permit this. We know what we need to do.

[@supernatural_forces]

I have never heard such evil behaviour from people in power. Pathetic! Thanks to mainstream!

[@fishlivesmatter]

Paid actors by the west. Dont believe everything you see in the internet especially here in BBC

[@GTA_6_Clips]

There are many all over the world ,how do you not know this? It's common knowledge.

[@terjeoseberg990]

It’s Russia. This behavior is encouraged there.

[@rockykoast7065]

Good work! May your country seek and find peaceful prosperity and liberty of expression.

[@markop.3460]

Great detective work! Where do we go from here?

[@romanvladimirovichpetrikov4947]

There are no laws in Russia anymore... I was beaten severely, as well... We have no rights here anymore

[@lodjaboy]

Everyone who took part, enabled, condoned, or covered up these crimes needs to be brought to justice. These women are brilliant.

[@ekaterinastaneva9922]

Who is the justice? Who do you think ordered the torture if not the authorities.

[@lodjaboy]

@@ekaterinastaneva9922 We have different definitions of justice. To me, the State doesn't define justice. Allowing the State to dictate the meaning of the term demeans the term and cedes power to them that they don't deserve.

[@ekaterinastaneva9922]

@@lodjaboy oh you mean people shoud get them and teach them a lesson? Yeah maybe you can get few of them, but it is a whole state machine working towards propaganda, silencing, violence, torture. And even when revolutions happen, these guys are sill surviving. I mean the same people torturing during USSR, then became rich mafia and some even oligarchs. They have monopoly on violence and money. How you gonna bring justice to all? This young guy in black had orders from his commander and he got orders from his general and he from the minister and he from Putin. Thousands of people in this net. Best is to pack your bags and leave if you ask me. You can wipe a handful, but still a thousand will not just stay, but also prosper after Putin is long gone.

[@maximusextreme3725]

When the people at top are corrupted do you really think any of this will result in an actual investigation and criminal charges.

[@noycamba]

i admire your reporting with superb research, amazing advanced journalistic reporting with real time video evidence collaborated with satellite view confirming locations and the subject interview proper. really superb, without mentioning the courage of these women

[@nadcallievlog9892]

You’re so brave and I thank GOD that HE saved you from those ani mals