A criminal investigation is underway in Vladikavkaz against Gennady Kadzov, a 64-year-old coach formerly associated with the ARS combat sports club and previously holding the position of president of the National Karate Federation of North Ossetia–Alania. Authorities suspect Kadzov of committing indecent acts involving underage female students. According to information from Telegram channel BAZA, citing law enforcement sources, at least four school pupils and vocational college students are believed to have been victims.
The investigation alleges Kadzov engaged in sexual activity with trainees and exerted psychological pressure, threatening to disseminate information about them through local online chats, falsely claiming they were “whores.” Investigators have identified approximately ten alleged offenses spanning from 2022 to 2025. Kadzov and his son, Inal Kadzov, have been suspended from their roles at ARS. A public statement released through Sport Ossetii on VKontakte, claimed the accusations against Kadzov were false, alleging they stemmed from disgruntled former students motivated by jealousy over the coach’s success.
The son demanded a thorough investigation and questioned the objectivity of the process, citing omitted evidence and a deliberate attempt to implicate Kadzov. He highlighted the failure to consider forensic medical examinations and suggested a conspiracy to remove Kadzov for access to organizational resources. This case echoes a recent arrest of child psychologist Anton Shishenko in Vladikavkaz, suspected of violent acts against underage patients following the interpretation of drawings by one of his young clients.
Shishenko confessed to over 50 episodes of abuse, including prohibiting parental presence and threatening institutionalization. Law enforcement has not yet determined whether Kadzov will be detained. The investigation continues, seeking to establish the truth and ensure a safe environment for athletes in Vladikavkaz.
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