At the Mykolaiv Regional Recruitment and Social Support Centre, it was discovered that six men had been unlawfully detained. One of them had broken ribs and had been unable to contact his family for 18 days.
- Six men were found to be being held illegally at the Mykolaiv TCC.
- One of the detainees had broken ribs and was unable to contact his relatives.
- Among the men was the father of a child with a disability.
- The Public Prosecutor’s Office is conducting an investigation into an abuse of power.
The Ombudsman’s investigation revealed breaches
The Ukrainian Parliament’s Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets conducted an inspection of the Mykolaiv Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support, which revealed serious violations of citizens’ rights. Six men were unlawfully detained at the facility without proper legal grounds. Particular attention was drawn to the case of one of them, who spent 18 days without being able to contact his relatives.
«This case is of particular concern as it violates fundamental human rights,» said Lubinets.
The investigation also revealed that the man had sustained physical injuries, including broken ribs. Among those detained was the father of a child with a disability, which underlines the seriousness of the situation. Lubinets said wrote on his Telegram channel.
Health problems among detainees
Four more citizens identified during the checks had serious health problems. Following the intervention of representatives from the Ombudsman’s Office, they were given the opportunity to apply for a deferment from mobilisation or to undergo further medical examinations to determine their fitness for military service.
Lubinec emphasised that respect for human rights during mobilisation measures is mandatory, regardless of the circumstances of martial law. “We cannot ignore citizens” rights, even in such difficult times,” he added.
An investigation into the circumstances is ongoing
The relevant authorities are currently investigating all the circumstances surrounding the identified violations. Should the facts of unlawful detention or the use of violence be confirmed, those responsible may be held to account in accordance with the law. The Ombudsman’s Office has stated that it will continue to monitor the activities of the regional recruitment centres and will respond to reports of possible violations of citizens’ rights.
