A fraudulent scheme targeting relatives of servicemen has been exposed in the Lviv region. A couple from the Lviv region extorted money from the mothers and wives of Ukrainian defenders, promising "help" in their release from military service. This was reported by the Lviv regional prosecutor's office.
According to the investigation, a 39-year-old resident of the village of Sheptytskyi convinced women that she had influential acquaintances in the relevant structures and could "legally achieve" the return of their relatives home. She systematically demanded money for such services. Her 43-year-old husband and other accomplices, whom law enforcement officers are currently identifying, were also involved in the criminal scheme.
To appear convincing, the attackers arranged meetings in public places, named the real positions of officials and institutions that could allegedly influence the process of releasing the servicemen. The man even posed as an employee of the territorial recruitment center, assuring one of the victims that he could produce the necessary documents.
In fact, they did not take any action to help the military - the couple misappropriated all the funds received. It is known that at least three women became victims of the criminals, and the amount of damage exceeds one million hryvnias.
The woman was charged under Parts 2 and 4 of Article 190 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (fraud committed repeatedly, by prior conspiracy by a group of persons on a large scale), the man was charged under Part 4 of Article 190 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. Investigators continue to identify all those involved in the scheme.
Law enforcement officers urge Ukrainians to be cautious and not trust promises that contradict legal procedures, especially when it comes to military service.
