Investigators say he used official contacts and detailed route instructions to move draft-age men abroad. Details on accomplices and further charges are emerging.
In the Zakarpattia region, a deputy of the Tyachiv District Council is suspected of organizing illegal smuggling of people across Ukraine’s state border.
According to investigators, the official, using his connections and capabilities, established a mechanism for illegally smuggling conscripts of draft age abroad.
The essence of the scheme lay in individual supervision: the deputy provided clear instructions on the route, the method of crossing the state border, and the algorithm of actions to avoid checks by law enforcement authorities.
Details of the accusation and actions by law enforcement
He acted in collusion with other individuals who ensured coordination and direct smuggling into the territory of Romania.
The cost of services amounted to 8 thousand U.S. dollars per person.
All involved individuals and other possible episodes of illicit activity are being identified.
The deputy was notified of suspicion of organizing illegal crossing of the state border under Part 3 of Article 332 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.
The question of selecting a preventive measure: detention with an alternative to posting a bail of 1.5 million UAH is being decided.
The pre-trial investigation and operational support are carried out by SBU officers.
The prosecutor’s office oversees the progress of the proceedings and interacts with law enforcement agencies within the framework of the pre-trial investigation.
The investigation continues, and the proceedings are under the control of the prosecutor’s office and responsible authorities.