Shushanik Nersisyan Summoned by NSS: Vanetsyan

A letter from Boris Avagyan has been published, originating from a Russian penitentiary, where he makes sensational revelations regarding the accusations against Deputy Chairman of the State Revenue Committee, Shushanik Nersisyan. In the letter, he emphasizes that the investigation into this case was conducted by the National Security Service (NSS) while Arthur Vanetsyan was in charge.

As pro-government media outlets began to vehemently deny the letter and cast doubt on Avagyan’s claims, Hraparak.am sought to clarify the situation with the former head of the NSS. We asked Vanetsyan whether there was such a criminal case and what its status was regarding Shushanik Nersisyan.

“Mr. Vanetsyan, how do you comment on Boris Avagyan’s letter? Was there such a criminal case, and what status did Shushanik Nersisyan have in that case?”

“I do not wish to comment on Boris Avagyan, but I can say the following: during my time as the director of the NSS, he was involved in a case regarding money laundering and tax evasion. If my memory serves me right, he was even in detention for some time related to that criminal case. As for Shushanik Nersisyan, during my tenure, she was summoned by the NSS investigative department concerning another criminal case initiated by the national security agencies, to participate in various investigative actions. Afterward, the case was sent to the Special Investigation Service (SIS). I cannot recall any further details and would advise seeking information regarding these cases from the law enforcement agencies of Armenia.”

“One more question: Have you ever met Boris Avagyan? Do you know him?”

“No, I have never met him, I do not know him.”