US Soldier Denies Threat Charges in Russian Court, Admits Partial Guilt for Theft

Gordon Black, detained in Vladivostok, contests allegations of threatening his girlfriend while acknowledging the theft accusation.

Black, a US Army staff sergeant, was arrested in May for allegedly stealing from and threatening his girlfriend.
He denies the threat charges but admits to partially stealing 10,000 rubles from her purse.
Black claims he intended to return the money and had already transferred a larger sum to her.
His girlfriend testified that Black needs psychiatric help and has been aggressive multiple times.
The next court session is scheduled for June 19, where both sides will present further arguments.