Egyptian Man Arrested in Russia over Quran Desecration

MOSCOW (IQNA) – A criminal case against a 28-year-old Egyptian citizen was opened in Russia after he published a video, showing the desecration of the Quran.

In a statement on its website, the Russian Investigative Committee said Friday it has opened the case.  

According to the statement, the committee's office in the city of Ulyanovsk said the man, who shot himself trampling the Muslim holy book, dousing it in alcohol and then throwing it in the Sviyaga River, was detained on charges of hooliganism and insulting religious feelings.

A search is being conducted at the suspect's place of residence.

Source: Anadolu Agency