Man Registered at ‘Kosh’ Penitentiary Facility Arrested for Hooliganism at ‘Heratsi’ High School in Yerevan
Yerevan, August 20 – A 48-year-old man, identified as Armen H., registered at the ‘Kosh’ Penitentiary Facility of the Ministry of Justice of Armenia, was arrested yesterday evening for hooliganism at ‘Heratsi’ High School in Yerevan. The incident, which occurred on August 8, involved the man entering the school, displaying inadequate behavior, and using sexually explicit language.
The police received a report that a citizen had entered the ‘Heratsi’ High School located at 3 Hrachya Nersisyan Street, exhibiting non-adequate behavior, using obscene language, and refusing to leave despite being asked. An operational group from the Kanaker-Zeytun police department, led by a community police officer, immediately responded to the scene.
Details of the Incident
Upon arrival, it was established that around 12:10 PM, Armen H., who is registered with the ‘Kosh’ Penitentiary Facility, had entered the school premises. At the time of the incident, two teachers, a military instructor, and three individuals performing renovation work were present in the school. According to reports, Armen H. continuously used sexually explicit language.
G. Shamshyan’s information indicates that Armen H. was apprehended by police on suspicion of hooliganism and taken to the Kanaker-Zeytun police department. Documents regarding the incident have been compiled by the Kanaker-Zeytun police department and transferred to the Investigative Department of the Kentron and Nork-Marash Administrative Districts of the Investigative Committee of Armenia.
Broader Context of Criminal Incidents
This incident is one of several criminal reports emerging from the region. Recent news from August 19, 2026, also highlights other criminal cases:
- A case of bribery and money laundering led to the arrest of Natalia Lapauri and another individual, with the head of the procurement department of Vanadzor City Hall being interrogated.
- The Investigative Committee announced the completion of the preliminary investigation into the case of Andranik Tevanyan and Aregnaz Manukyan.
- The preliminary investigation into a criminal case concerning obstruction of the free exercise of electoral rights in Lori region has been completed.
- The Ministry of Internal Affairs police detected weapons, drugs, and 266 suspicious individuals, ensuring public safety.
The repeated occurrence of such incidents underscores the ongoing challenges in maintaining public order and safety in various institutions and regions across Armenia.
Source: https://pastinfo.am/hy/news/2026/08/19/54251000/1978112
