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Crime Wave Hits New York
A Russian-German national has been arrested for allegedly participating in a Russia-based illicit procurement network that illegally procured large quantities of sensitive microelectronics for a Russian company that supplies manufacturers for the Russian military.
Arthur Petrov, 42, was arrested on August 26, 2023 in the Republic of Cyprus at the request of the United States.
According to the complaint, Petrov allegedly participated in a scheme to procure U.S.-sourced microelectronics subject to U.S. export controls on behalf of a Russia-based supplier of critical electronics components for manufacturers supplying weaponry and other equipment to the Russian military.
U.S. Attorney Damian Williams said: ‘Arthur Petrov is alleged to have participated in an international illicit procurement network based in Russia, using shell companies to smuggle shipments from U.S. distributors of microelectronics with military applications through intermediary countries in order to conceal the ultimate destination of these sensitive materials: Russia.
Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen said: ‘The Justice Department will not tolerate efforts to circumvent our export control laws to fuel the Russian war machine and those who try will find no refuge from U.S. justice.
Petrov is charged with:
- Export control violations
- Smuggling
- Wire fraud
- Money laundering offenses
There is currently no information available on Petrov’s sentencing or outcome. Investigation is ongoing.
Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Export Control Violations
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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