Russian official takes bribe to assist illegal logging
Karatuzsky District official took a bribe of 30,000 rubles
Official assisted illegal logging
In the Karatuzsky District, an official helped an illegal logger for a bribe of 30,000 rubles.
The official assisted the illegal logger in obtaining a permit to harvest timber in a protected forest area.
The official has been detained and is currently under investigation.
Illegal logging is a serious problem in Russia. It damages the environment and deprives the government of revenue.
The government has taken steps to crack down on illegal logging, but the problem persists.
The arrest of the official in the Karatuzsky District is a sign that the government is serious about combating illegal logging.
It is hoped that the arrest will deter others from engaging in illegal logging and help to protect Russia's forests.
