The measure of restraint for Nizhny Novgorod major Korinlov has been tightened in the case of the traffic accident.

      On June 19, 2026, at 18:12, Incidents The court changed the preventive measure for 21-year-old Nizhny Novgorod resident Sergey Kornilov, who became a suspect in a criminal case following a high-profile traffic accident on Pochvalinsky descent. This was reported by the press service of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for the Nizhny Novgorod region. According to the police, the investigator concluded during the investigation that it was necessary to tighten the preventive measure for the accused under Article 267.1 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation ("Actions threatening the safe operation of vehicles"). The court granted the request of the investigative department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for Nizhny Novgorod and changed the preventive measure from a ban on certain actions to detention. The accused has been arrested until July 23, 2026. Recall that the accident occurred in the spring of this year. According to the investigation, Kornilov, while driving a convertible in a state of alcohol intoxication, provoked a traffic accident involving three vehicles. After the incident, the man published several high-profile videos and statements on social media, causing a wide public outcry. Later, criminal cases were initiated against him, which were subsequently combined into one proceeding. Previously, the court had chosen a preventive measure for Kornilov in the form of a ban on certain actions. In particular, he was prohibited from visiting bars and using the internet. In addition, after the traffic accident, the young man spent 10 days under administrative arrest for a brawl in one of the restaurants in Nizhny Novgorod. Along with him, his acquaintance, who was also involved in the conflict, was held administratively accountable. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on the main events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+