The Security Forces of Buryatia Joined the Persecution of Jehovah's Witnesses. A Search Took Place in Severobaikalsk

On July 8, 2022, security forces took a resident of Severobaikalsk to the police station, suspecting her of professing the faith of Jehovah's Witnesses. After a four-hour interrogation, her apartment was searched.

The interrogation of the woman was carried out by two law enforcement officers. They asked questions about the believer's personal correspondence and the beliefs of Jehovah's Witnesses, and also asked if her family provided any assistance to those around her.

Then the believer was taken to the place of residence for a search. During special events, her husband was also interrogated. A computer, laptop and other electronic devices were seized from the family. The security forces chose not to detain the couple.

It is not yet known on what criminal case the investigative actions were based.