An individual with a disturbing past, Anatoly Moskvin, is soon to be released after being convicted of desecrating the graves of 29 young girls and preserving their bodies in his home as life-like “dolls”. Moskvin, now 59, dressed the mummified corpses in various clothing items, including stockings, clothes, and boots, along with applying makeup and lipstick to their faces.
Despite being a former military intelligence translator and an expert on cemeteries, Moskvin’s actions led to his arrest in 2011 after confessing to disturbing acts involving the graves of girls aged three to 12. Court rulings in Russia have previously denied his release; however, recent reports suggest that psychiatric professionals are recommending his return to society under the care of relatives.
Medical professionals are reportedly preparing documentation to transition Moskvin to a status of being “incapacitated,” which would allow him to reside with friends or family instead of in a medical facility. Concerns from the parents of the victims persist, as they fear Moskvin may resume his macabre activities, which involved living with the remains of some children for as long as a decade.
Despite his desire to marry and work as a language tutor, Moskvin has shown no remorse towards the families of his victims. One of the children he desecrated, 10-year-old Olga Chardymova, was among those turned into mummified dolls, some containing music boxes within their chests. The mother of Olga expressed her ongoing fear and anguish over the potential release of Moskvin, emphasizing the emotional toll and distress his actions have inflicted on her.
Moskvin’s warped justifications and lack of remorse have further exacerbated the trauma experienced by the families of his victims. His disturbing statements and actions continue to haunt those affected by his egregious crimes, raising concerns about his potential reintegration into society.