The Tarasa gas station chain is closing in Moscow and the Moscow region: 1,400 people are left without a job.
It was the second largest gas station chain among independent operators by sales volume. All 57 stations must be canceled by the end of the week.
About 1,400 people were sent to forced shutdown. Employees are not allowed to work.
The company's accounts have been frozen, and the chain is facing bankruptcy.
Its largest shareholder and three senior managers were previously arrested in connection with the theft of fuel from the Ministry of the Interior.
A gas station side without a gas station?