ST PETERSBURG, Russia – A Russian court has sentenced Daria Trepova to 27 years in prison for the murder of pro-Kremlin blogger Vladlen Tatarsky, who was killed in an explosion at a St. Petersburg cafe last year.
Tatarsky, known for his ardent pro-war commentary and occasional criticism of Moscow’s battlefield failures, was one of Russia’s most outspoken and ultranationalist military bloggers.
The explosion, which occurred during an event at the cafe in April 2023, took the life of Tatarsky. Trepova was arrested soon after on suspicion of handing over the explosive device, hidden in a statue, to Tatarsky.
Trepova’s husband, Dmitry Rylov, believes she was set up and is convinced of her innocence.
The sentencing comes as a development in the case, shedding light on the aftermath of the tragic incident. Trepova’s conviction and sentence will certainly have far-reaching implications in the Russian legal and political landscape.
The court’s decision to hold Trepova accountable for Tatarsky’s murder brings a sense of closure to an ongoing investigation and offers a semblance of justice for the victim’s family and followers.
As the story continues to unfold, questions surrounding the motive and background of the case are likely to surface, sparking further debate and speculation within Russian society and the online community.