{"id":19023,"date":"2025-09-07T11:34:42","date_gmt":"2025-09-07T11:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/informnapalm.org\/en\/?p=19023"},"modified":"2025-09-07T11:39:50","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T11:39:50","slug":"osint-33-colony-no-10-in-mordovia-abuses-ukrainian-prisoners-of-war","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/informnapalm.org\/en\/osint-33-colony-no-10-in-mordovia-abuses-ukrainian-prisoners-of-war\/","title":{"rendered":"OSINT: 33 Employees at Penal Colony No. 10 in Mordovia Responsible for Abuses Against Ukrainian Prisoners of War"},"content":{"rendered":"

A recently published report identifies 33 employees at Penal Colony No. 10 in Mordovia as responsible for abuses against Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs). On July 17, 2025, the investigative program Skhemy (Schemes)<\/strong><\/a>, produced by the Ukrainian editorial team of Radio Svoboda, aired a report featuring testimonies from Ukrainian POWs held in Russian penal colonies. These testimonies expose conditions that are often hidden from public view and describe a system marked by oppression, recurring violence, and methods that have evolved into a systematic pattern of abuse.<\/p>\n

In April 2025, approximately 700 Ukrainian POWs were registered at this penal colony, which has a capacity of 850. Of these, 177 have returned home; the others remain in captivity under conditions that threaten both their freedom and health.<\/p>\n

Purpose of the Publication<\/h2>\n

This publication supports the work of the International Criminal Court by identifying the names and positions of employees who may become subjects of prosecution or witness testimony regarding war crimes. It also serves as notice to the colony\u2019s employees that identification is possible despite efforts to conceal their identities. The information presented here demonstrates that documenting these abuses may lead to legal consequences.<\/p>\n

Following Skhemy\u2019s investigation, sources indicate that employees of the penal colony were warned by Russia\u2019s Investigative Committee and security services about stricter measures in the event of information leaks – reflecting authorities\u2019 concern about further revelations regarding the facility\u2019s operations. Despite attempts to prevent leaks, information about war crimes is still expected to emerge, and the documentation of abuses is anticipated to lead to legal proceedings against those responsible.<\/p>\n

Penal Colony No. 10 in Mordovia<\/h2>\n

The facility is located in the settlement of Udarny in the Zubo-Polyansky District. It is a high-security institution characterized by near-total isolation and pervasive fear. Reports of employees\u2019 cruelty were documented as early as 2012 – 2014. Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the colony has been transformed into a site of systematic abuse, including electric shocks, prolonged standing, sleep deprivation, restricted access to food, and denial of medical care. The location is kept from POWs, and information about their whereabouts is disclosed only during exchanges. Employees frequently conceal their faces with balaclavas or medical masks.<\/p>\n

Skhemy\u2019s team identified some of the colony\u2019s personnel, and OSINT researchers subsequently conducted in-depth investigations. The dataset includes information on 33 former and current employees – such as passport numbers, phone numbers, and home addresses – provided to InformNapalm for publication. Among the identified individuals are members of management, medical staff, and officials with direct or indirect responsibility for abuses against Ukrainian POWs.<\/p>\n

Employees at the Penal Colony<\/h2>\n
\n

Management (2022\u20132025)<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
\n

\"Portrait<\/p>\n

1. Zabaykin, Sergey Ivanovich<\/span>
\nHead of the penal colony from 2022 to March 2024, and currently deputy head of the Mordovia prison service.
\nRank: Colonel
\nBorn: June 25, 1978
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Udarny settlement, Molodezhnaya St. 3
\nPhone: +79271861511
\nEmail: gh_385_10@mail.ru
\nPassport number: 8903728605
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/356369228653 (page for son Andrey Zabaykin, born June 13, 2005)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
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\"Portrait<\/p>\n

2. Gnutov, Alexander Vladimirovich<\/span>
\nDeputy head of Penal Colony No. 10 in 2022. Acting head from March 14, 2024, and permanent head from July 15, 2024.
\nRank: Colonel
\nBorn: August 9, 1980
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Yavas settlement, Sovetskaya St. 28, Apt. 1
\nPhone: +79271987231
\nPassport number: 6100202615
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id755820435<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Pavlyushkin,<\/p>\n

3. Pavlyushkin, Alexander Ivanovich<\/span>
\nDeputy head of the penal colony until 2024.
\nBorn: November 18, 1977
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Udarny settlement, Zheleznodorozhnaya St. 7
\nPhone: +79375199954, +79271987231, +79271938559
\nEmail: ik10ufsin@yandex.ru
\nPassport number: 8903614284<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Anashkin,<\/p>\n

4. Anashkin, Alexey Vladimirovich<\/span>
\nDeputy head
\nBorn: June 9, 1978
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Yavas settlement, Kosareva St. 11, Apt. 26
\nPhone: +79271702298
\nEmail: anaschkinlyoha@mail.ru, javas21081981@mail.ru
\nPassport number: 8902524698
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id174331016, https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/514007838500<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Averkin,<\/p>\n

5. Averkin, Yegor Viktorovich<\/span>
\nDeputy head
\nBorn: October 8, 1992
\nAddress: Mordovia, Saransk, Zyukovsky Ave. 6, Apt. 1
\nPhone: +79271833226
\nEmail: averkin-egor@mail.ru
\nPassport number: 8912267789
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id31775487<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Muzhmarov,<\/p>\n

6. Muzhmarov, Sergey Ivanovich<\/span>
\nDeputy head
\nBorn: December 27, 1978
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Yavas settlement, Komsomolskaya St. 12, Apt. 2
\nPhone: +79279749869
\nEmail: mujmarova@yandex.ru
\nPassport number: 8903607052
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id384356519, https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/326675663750<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Grishanin,<\/p>\n

7. Grishanin, Alexander Anatolyevich<\/span>
\nDeputy head
\nBorn: October 6, 1991
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Zubova Polyana settlement, Pionerskaya St. 20, Apt. 1
\nPhone: +79271914396
\nEmail: agrishanin@icloud.com
\nPassport number: 8911222216
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/255985857676<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Veskin,<\/p>\n

8. Veskin, Ivan Vasilyevich<\/span>
\nDeputy head
\nBorn: December 22, 1991
\nAddress: Mordovia, Tengushevsky District, Barashevo settlement, Datchnaya St. 11, Apt. 1
\nPhone: +79276446997
\nPassport number: 8903739994
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/558947183804<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Kuznetsov,<\/p>\n

9. Kuznetsov, Semyon Viktorovich<\/span>
\nDeputy head
\nBorn: November 18, 1982
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Zubova Polyana settlement, Gertsena St. 10
\nPhone: +79271857062
\nEmail: semenkw@yandex.ru
\nPassport number: 8902491654
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/158788531888<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Medical-Sanitary Unit 13<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

\"Medical-Sanitary<\/p>\n

\n

\"Sorokin,<\/p>\n

10. Sorokin, Ilya Anatolyevich (Doctor Evil)<\/span>
\nField doctor at Medical-Sanitary Unit No. 13
\nBorn: August 2, 1990
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Potma settlement, Krasnoarmeysky Lane 4, Apt. 7
\nPhone: +79530297689, +78345837565
\nEmail: elvis234@rambler.ru
\nPassport number: 8910172229
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id115796687<\/p>\n

According to Skhemy, a job rotation for Sorokin is scheduled for late 2024, along with the signing of a contract with Russia\u2019s Ministry of Defense. The call sign \u201cDoctor\u201d is used in connection with the position change. Service is believed to take place within logistics units based on observed activities. Regular contacts with colleagues from the medical-sanitary unit and receipt of equipment, medicines, and camouflage nets are conducted for the needs of the special military operation (SVO).<\/p>\n

\"Sorokin, \"Sorokin,<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Mokshanova,<\/p>\n

11. Mokshanova, Galina Vasilyevna<\/span>
\nHead of Medical-Sanitary Unit No. 13
\nRank: Colonel
\nBorn: January 16, 1966
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Yavas settlement, 40 let Pobedy St. 24
\nPhone: +79603307649
\nEmail: mr.leix@yandex.ru, msch@13.fsin.su
\nPassport number: 8910200628<\/p>\n

Note: Recently acquired an apartment in Moscow, located in Sosen\u00adskoye settlement, Kommunarka, Lipovy St.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Levin,<\/p>\n

12. Levin, Alexander Vladimirovich<\/span>
\nDeputy head
\nRank: Colonel
\nBorn: September 23, 1974
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Lepley settlement, Oktyabrskaya St. 7, Apt. 5
\nPhone: +79271785452
\nEmail: doktor_dead@bk.ru
\nPassport number: 8919513968
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id788790480, https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/395364682140<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Nikitin,<\/p>\n

13. Nikitin, Yevgeny Yuryevich<\/span>
\nPosition: Doctor
\nBorn: August 18, 1989
\nAddress: Tatarstan, Alekseevsky District, Alekseevskoe settlement, G. Borovikova St. 10
\nPhone: +79500721455
\nEmail: e.nikitin89@yandex.ru, zjora-cosmo@mail.ru
\nPassport number: 9209697695<\/p>\n

\"Nikitin, \"Nikitin,<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Demidova<\/p>\n

14. Demidova (Kelmashkina), Anastasia<\/span>
\nPosition: Nurse
\nBorn: August 3, 1989
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Yavas settlement, 40 let Pobedy St. 12, Apt. 5
\nPhone: +79625914608, +78345723372
\nEmail: nadujshka@inbox.ru, filimon-demid@mail.ru
\nPassport number: 8909124020
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id120927247, https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/579414544057, https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100013206637648<\/p>\n

\"Demidova \"Demidova<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Administration and Service<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Administration<\/p>\n

Operational Department<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
\n

\"Kuchkanov,<\/p>\n

15. Kuchkanov, Mikhail Ivanovich<\/span>
\nPosition: Employee at the operational department
\nBorn: November 21, 1999
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Zubova Polyana settlement, Sovetskaya St. 62, Apt. 16
\nPhone: +79308745283
\nEmail: kuchkanovm@mail.ru
\nPassport number: 8913310780
\nSocial networks: https:\/\/vk.com\/id136324092, https:\/\/ok.ru\/profile\/512800054573, https:\/\/my.mail.ru\/mail\/kuchkanovm\/<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n

\"Devyataykin,<\/p>\n

16. Devyataykin, Andrey Yuryevich<\/span>
\nPosition: Employee at the operational department
\nBorn: September 4, 1994
\nAddress: Mordovia, Elnikovsky District, Mordovskoye Korino village, Tsentralnaya St. 19
\nEducation: Samara Legal Institute (penal authority)
\nPhone: +79871549832, +79969609782
\nPassport number: 8908088966<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n

Guards and Security<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
\n

\"Belyaev,<\/p>\n

17. Belyaev, Nikolai Ivanovich<\/span>
\nPosition: Guard
\nBorn: February 2, 1996
\nAddress: Mordovia, Zubo-Polyansky District, Potma
\nPhone: +79271762349
\nEmail: 89271762349@mail.ru<\/p>\n

Note: Does not have personal social media accounts and is only mentioned on relatives\u2019 and friends\u2019 profiles:<\/p>\n