A Canadian has been arrested in Russia and government officials are looking to offer assistance.
Global Affairs Canada confirmed the arrest in an email to Global News on Wednesday.
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“Global Affairs Canada is aware of an arrest involving a Canadian in Russia,” spokesperson Kevin Sweet said.
“Canadian officials reached out to local authorities for information and to offer consular assistance.”
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GAC did not provide any further details “due to privacy considerations.”
More to come.
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