The Moscow Regional Court, based on the verdict of a panel of jurors, issued a guilty verdict in a criminal case against Stanislav Moiseev and his 15 co-conspirators. The harsh penalties reflect the severity of their crimes, which included the production and sale of illegal drugs through the Hydra online marketplace.
The site Hydra was processing transactions worth around a billion rubles annually, demonstrating the significant scale of its illegal operations. Following its takedown, nearly a ton of narcotics and various assets were seized during police raids in Russia and Belarus.
The evidence leading to the gang’s conviction not only showcases the scale of their criminal activities but also highlights the effectiveness of international cooperation among law enforcement agencies to combat cybercrime and illegal drug trade.
Hydra, established in 2015, became notorious for its extensive drug market before being dismantled by international police action in 2022. The gang's significant involvement in illegal drug sales and other cybercrimes led to serious repercussions for those involved.
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