In Volyn region, law enforcement officers exposed two schemes for obtaining illegal benefits for influencing decisions of military officials. An official of the TCC and JV and a former military officer are suspected of solving issues with search and mobilisation for money. Both were detained immediately after receiving the money.
Exposing corruption schemes in the Volyn shopping centre
Under the procedural supervision of the Volyn Specialised Defence Prosecutor's Office of the Western Region, two facts of receiving illegal benefits for influencing the decisions of military officials were uncovered. According to prosecutor's office, one of the heads of the regional TCC and JV demanded USD 2,000 for removing two servicemen from the wanted list and making changes to the Oberig system.
The official promised to influence other officials and ensure the desired result. After that, the men would be officially employed and receive reservations from the mobilisation service. He was detained immediately after receiving the money.
Scheme of ex-servicemen to avoid mobilisation
According to the investigation, a 43-year-old junior sergeant in the Armed Forces reserve offered to «help» with removing a mark from the register and avoiding mobilisation for USD 6,000. He was approached by a man who had legal grounds for deferral, However, the suspect took advantage of his ignorance and fear of responsibility.
The ex-serviceman was also detained after the money transfer. Both defendants were served a notice of suspicion under Part 3 of Art. 369-2 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine - abuse of influence.
Court decisions and further investigative actions
At the request of the prosecutors, the court has already imposed a measure of restraint on the suspects. The full range of people who may be involved in these actions is currently being identified. Investigative actions are ongoing, and the prosecutor's office is monitoring the investigation.
According to Article 62 of the Constitution of Ukraine, According to the law, every person is presumed innocent until proven guilty according to the law and convicted by a court.
Why it matters
Exposing corruption schemes in the mobilisation system undermines trust in institutions and threatens national security. Such crimes create an unequal playing field for citizens and discredit the reservation and mobilisation processes.
The prompt response of law enforcement agencies demonstrates the strengthening of control over compliance with defence legislation. Identifying those involved in the schemes will help prevent further abuses and ensure transparency of mobilisation processes in the region.
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