U.S. Soldier Sentenced in Russia for Theft and Threats

A U.S. soldier detained in Vladivostok for theft and threats to kill his girlfriend was sentenced to three years and nine months in a Russian penal colony. His defense lawyer confirmed plans to appeal the sentencing, according to Russia's RIA state news agency.

A U.S. soldier who has been detained in the Russian city of Vladivostok on suspicion of theft and threats to kill his girlfriend was sentenced to three years and nine months in a Russian penal colony, Russian agencies reported on Wednesday.

Russia's RIA state news agency reported that his defence lawyer said they will appeal the sentencing.

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