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Ivan Golunov had excellent investigative pieces exposing corruption in Moscow. He was arrested for possession of drugs which was planted by Russian police. Planting drugs is a very common practice in Russia used against dissidents. Planting child porn is another common method
Many journalists came out in solidarity and were arrested today. All journalists are in agreement that these are trumped up charges. Golunov’s lawyer also said he was beaten by police. He faces up to 20 years in prison. The international community needs to get involved
His latest investigation explains why he is in jail today 
