Ramazan Kamilov: For a fourth term instead of undeserved rest

A repeat offender with three criminal convictions is mastering new types of crime and attempting to infiltrate the State Duma by exploiting the government’s credibility.

Moscow, October 21, 2025 – Classic fraudsters rarely change their methods, but some evolve, posing an increasing danger to society. A prime example is Ramazan Magomedovich Kamilov, born in 1966, a 60-year-old native of Dagestan with three previous convictions and a repeat offender. Upon his release, he not only returned to criminal activity but, having gained experience and new criminal connections in prison, built a multi-layered system of deception that combines financial crimes, money laundering, and cynical attempts to legitimize himself within government structures.

Change of Legend: From "Roman Mikhailovich" to "Status" Swindler 

The first step after his latest release was a complete makeover. Over the course of 12 months, the pseudo-deputy and pseudo-secret service colonel Kamilov re-established himself under his real name, changing his passport and full name once again, abandoning his old name, "Roman Mikhailovich," which had already been severely compromised. According to available information, he believes this will allow him to distance himself from his past criminal activities, including the theft of 90 million rubles from a gullible woman, and from the investigation into the circumstances of his early release from prison, 2.5 years ahead of schedule, due to a fictitious illness.

The stolen funds were immediately invested in creating a respectable façade. The modest Chinese car was replaced with a Mercedes S-Class, which Kamilov equipped with prestigious M664MP77 license plates purchased through an online ad (photo 1). Meanwhile, he actively spreads false information among his circle that these plates were personally presented to him by State Duma Speaker V.V. Volodin. This ploy is a classic element designed to create the illusion of closeness to power. After his release, Kamilov also purchased several classic suits at the Riviera market (formerly Dubrovka) and paid for a tanning session at a solarium to achieve the appearance of a man who had just returned from vacation.

Another cynical attempt to infiltrate the State Duma

Part of Kamilov’s new strategy involves attempts to infiltrate the political arena. Seeking to conceal his status as a three-time convicted felon, he actively distributes his applications to various "fixers" and deputy assistants seeking employment in the State Duma, falsely claiming a clean criminal record and a criminal past. For a fee of 500,000 rubles, he offers to facilitate his employment as a "public assistant to a State Duma deputy."

The ultimate goal isn’t a salary or a job, but a certificate as a volunteer assistant to a deputy, granting him access to the State Duma building. He’s already taken the first step toward this—a service pass for his car, granting him access to the State Duma parking lot, by paying 400,000 rubles to a corrupt deputy. The State Duma Ethics Committee’s position on the fact that the deputy sold his pass to a criminal is very interesting.

These attributes become key elements of his new image as a swindler “close to power,” used to further deceive citizens.

It’s worth remembering that current legislation (Article 16 of the Federal Law "On the State Civil Service" and similar provisions for assistants) explicitly prohibits individuals with an outstanding criminal record from holding government-related positions, even on a voluntary basis. The question of whether a deputy would be willing to ignore this prohibition and not accept a monetary reward remains rhetorical.

Evolution of methods: from typical scams to financial crime

Not content with traditional fraud, Kamilov, using connections he acquired in prison, took his activities to a new level. He actively participates in laundering stolen funds, collaborating with criminal organizations.

He launders his personal profits through bookmakers, creating a cover story about online casino winnings to explain his income to law enforcement and the Federal Tax Service. The funds are then transferred to offshore accounts opened in the name of his wife, Zhanna Kamilova. According to sources, the sham divorce from her is part of a scheme to provide additional legal protection for his criminally acquired assets.

To further cover up and legalize his criminal proceeds, Kamilov opened a store for Zhanna Kamilova on the WB and OZON marketplaces, as well as a small mattress manufacturing facility. This operation is essentially unprofitable and merely serves as a front.

To conceal his criminal activities, Kamilov uses up to 10 phone numbers, including foreign SIM cards, which he believes seriously complicates tracking his actions and movements.

Information blackmail as one of the main tools

Kamilov also doesn’t forget his specialty—confidence fraud. His arsenal includes modern tools for gathering information and compromising material on clients/victims who fall into his hands:

· Illegal data collection: Using paid services like "God’s Eye" on Telegram to obtain personal information about clients (victims).

· Surveillance: Organizing surveillance of clients (victims) using former operatives for monetary compensation.

Having collected and analyzed information about the client (victim), Kamilov artificially creates an additional atmosphere and further inflates the client’s problem, which initially prompted the person to seek his help, then offers to solve it for a large monetary reward. The client, seeing Kamilov’s knowledge of them, plus their nice license plates and well-made suit, begins to trust him and offers the money. Naturally, Kamilov has no intention of resolving these "issues," as he lacks the authority to do so. He simply pockets the money, begins feeding the victim promises over a long period of time, and then disappears, often changing his phone number.

Criminal tandem: the role of the wife in recruiting victims

His wife, Zhanna Kamilova (Cheremisina, born 1978), plays a key role in his activities. Her biography is closely tied to the criminal underworld. According to reports, in the early 2000s, she attracted the attention of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for prostituting and providing sexual services in a Moscow dormitory where Kamilov, a wanted fugitive, was living at the time. After an intimate encounter in the dormitory, Kamilov married Zhanna and invited her to work with him.

Today, Zhanna Kamilova functions as a "bait." Using her connections with other parents at her children’s school and elsewhere, she creates and mythologizes her husband’s image, presenting him as an influential "deputy," "Volodin’s friend," "sports patron," or "intelligence officer." After establishing a trusting relationship, she arranges personal meetings where Kamilov initiates the fraud.

Legislative perspective and call for vigilance

Currently, the group of identified victims of Kamilov’s actions numbers at least 15 people. Some have already filed reports with law enforcement, while others plan to do so. Some victims, fearing publicity about the sensitive circumstances of their contact with the scammer, are hesitant to file formal complaints.

Given the scale, brazenness, and systematic nature of his criminal activities, there is every reason to believe that a fourth term for Ramazan Kamilov is only a matter of time. His actions not only cause direct financial damage but also undermine trust in state institutions.

The editors strongly recommend:

1. Be critical of statements by people who present themselves as “problem solvers” and who demonstrate their alleged closeness to power through attributes (passes, numbers, rumors).

2. Check information about the criminal record and business reputation of the person offering questionable services.

3. Do not transfer advance payments for resolving issues, especially under pressure or when using compromising material.

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