Makarov died at the age of 29 from complications caused by pneumonia. His death was announced by the “Obščestvenij verdikt” foundation.
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Makarov’s death was also confirmed by his mother, Tatiana Shishova. She emphasized that her son has not been able to receive normal treatment in three different hospitals. Shishova also added that Makarov’s health condition was also negatively affected by the violence he experienced while in prison.
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As “Obšchestvenij verdikt” emphasizes, Makarov’s fate in prison contributed to the eradication of torture of prisoners, because it was his case that started a serious fight against torture of prisoners in prisons, bringing the perpetrators to justice.
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In 2012, he was sentenced to seven years in prison for intentionally causing grievous bodily harm.
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In 2017, Makarov was severely beaten by a group of security guards in Yaroslavl Colony No. 1. A year later, after the media “Novaja gazeta” published about this case, a criminal case was initiated.
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11 guards involved in Makarov’s beating received actual prison terms.
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Similar cases of torturing prisoners were also brought against employees of other Russian colonies.
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In 2018, Makarov was released from prison.
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