Outstanding Embezzlement Accusation and Fugitive Status (Russia) (critical) In 2014, the Investigative Committee of Russia accused Vladimir Ashurkov of embezzling funds from Alexei Navalny's 2013 Moscow mayoral campaign. An arrest warrant was issued (July 2014). Ashurkov fled Russia and was granted political asylum in the UK in 2015, claiming the allegations were politically motivated. This represents an active criminal case and outstanding warrant in Russia.. Forced Corporate Departure Due to Political Involvement (medium) Ashurkov was the Director of Group Portfolio Management and Control at Alfa Group Consortium from 2006 to 2012. He was asked to step down from this position due to his political involvement with opposition leader Alexei Navalny.. Spouse Subject to Embezzlement Prosecution in Russia (medium) Ashurkov's partner, Alexandrina Markvo, is also being prosecuted by Russian authorities. She is accused of embezzlement in connection with a Moscow book festival.