Woman evades abduction after fleeing domestic abuse in Chechnya

Chechen Woman Evades Attempted Abduction in Novosibirsk Following Flight from Domestic Abuse

Novosibirsk, Russia – A 21-year-old woman, Aishat Khizrieva, fled domestic abuse in Chechnya and evaded an attempted abduction in Novosibirsk shortly after arriving. According to human rights groups NC SOS Crisis Group and Marem, the incident occurred following Khizrieva’s arrival in the city after leaving Chechnya. Khizrieva reported that a group of unidentified men, claiming to be police officers, surrounded her and her friends following their plane landing.

They alleged she was suspected of theft and that her companions were involved in her “abduction,” while also contacting her father, whom she had previously fled. Khizrieva stated the individuals falsely accused her of stealing approximately $53,000 and threatened to sell her into slavery. Refusing to comply, Khizrieva contacted local police.

The individuals then left the scene, leaving contact information with a taxi driver. One of the men reportedly threatened Khizrieva, stating he would locate her. Following the arrival of police, Khizrieva was taken to a police station, where it was confirmed she was not on any wanted list.

After reporting being followed, she was offered the option to file a complaint and was subsequently released. Human rights organizations emphasize Khizrieva remains at risk. They highlight a recurring pattern of Chechen women fleeing domestic violence or forced marriages facing abduction or coercion by relatives, often involving threats and violence.

Previous cases involving women fleeing Chechnya, such as Aishat Baimuradova in Armenia and Aliya Ozdamirova in Georgia, have tragically ended in death or disappearance. NC SOS has urged the public to share Khizrieva’s story and prevent her return to her father, citing potential mortal danger. Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances surrounding these cases, particularly the fate of those who have attempted to escape Chechnya.

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