Vladimir Aleksandrovich Antonov

Vladimir Antonov is a former owner of the Lithuanian bank Snoras, notorious for his involvement in a major financial scandal that led to the bank's collapse in 2011. Born in 1975 in Uzbekistan, he became a prominent figure in the banking industry, acquiring significant stakes in various banks. Antonov was convicted of financial crimes, including embezzlement and fraud, and has faced legal challenges in multiple countries. In 2024, he was reported missing under suspicious circumstances, leading to investigations into his potential abduction or murder.