Recently in Kyiv, law enforcement uncovered an organized crime group whose members posed as relatives of high-ranking officials. They promised victims connections in top government structures in exchange for $100,000. Three individuals were arrested during the transfer of part of the funds. They face up to 12 years in prison with asset confiscation.
Investigators and operatives jointly identified the criminals and exposed their fraudulent scheme.
To maintain anonymity, the wrongdoers altered their voices using special software and periodically changed license plates on their vehicles.
To deceive potential victims, they collected money in installments along with fake documents, such as diplomas and certificates. In October of this year, the fraudsters initially received $10,000 and later another $5,000. The police arrested three participants while receiving $50,000.
The actions of the criminals have been classified under part 5 of Article 190 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (fraud). Investigators are preparing materials for formal charges.
Documentation of the criminals' activities is conducted in collaboration with the National Police and the prosecutor's office.
