MOSCOW, December 12 (RAPSI) – A lawyer from a bar association of the Irkutsk Region has been arrested on suspicion of attempted large-scale fraud, the Investigative Committee’s website informs.

According to the investigation, the suspect has tried to steal over 2 million rubles (about $32,000) from one of Irkutsk organizations. However, he has failed to consummate the crime due to circumstances beyond his control.

Currently, the matter of a measure of restraint for him is considered, the statement reads. The lawyer’s name is not disclosed.