The speaker is discussing the alleged illegal business activities of Andrei Metelsky, a member of the United Russia party and the leader of the party in Moscow. Metelsky is accused of owning a motorcycle dealership, Alpin, in Krylatskoye, which he allegedly purchased and managed personally. The speaker claims that Metelsky's involvement in the business was not just as a shareholder, but also as a hands-on manager, making decisions and even ordering spare parts.
The speaker further alleges that Metelsky's involvement in the business was not just illegal, but also a clear violation of the law. They claim that Metelsky's actions were so egregious that they warrant multiple criminal cases. The speaker also mentions that Metelsky has a history of not declaring any equipment, including motorcycles or snowmobiles, which is a requirement for those who engage in business.
The speaker concludes by stating that they will be initiating more than 10 criminal cases against Metelsky and others who have slandered him under oath. They also mention a potential conflict between Metelsky and the residents of Izmailovo Golyanovo, suggesting that the residents have the opportunity to vote out Metelsky and other members of United Russia.
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1. The text is a transcript of a video by Alexei Navalny, a Russian opposition leader and activist, who exposes the corruption of Andrei Metelsky, a United Russia deputy and the leader of United Russia in Moscow.
2. Navalny claims that Metelsky illegally bought and managed a motorcycle dealership called Alpin, while being a civil servant who is prohibited from doing business.
3. Navalny cites the testimonies of several witnesses from the trial of Vasily Lopakhin, the former director and owner of Alpin, who was sentenced to 3 years and 4 months in prison by Metelsky.
4. The witnesses confirm that Metelsky introduced himself as the owner of Alpin, made business decisions, gave instructions, and settled debts with Yamaha, the equipment supplier.
5. Navalny also points out that Metelsky did not declare any equipment in his official declaration for 10 years, despite claiming to love motorcycles and motocross.
6. Navalny urges his supporters to register for smart voting and vote for the strongest competitor of United Russia in the upcoming elections on September 8, 2023.