Former goalkeeper of Odessa football club "Chornomorets" Artur Rudko found himself at the center of a high-profile scandal. Law enforcement officials reported that the athlete was detained while trying to illegally cross the state border of Ukraine.
According to official data, the border guard stopped Rudko at the moment of the violation, acting in accordance with current procedures. Currently, checks are being conducted and all the circumstances of the incident are being clarified. It is known that the former football player did not have the proper documents that would allow him to leave the country.
The border service emphasizes that the detention was carried out in compliance with all norms and rules, and the incident itself will be the subject of further investigation by the competent authorities.
The football community is closely monitoring the situation. For Ukrainian sports, the Rudko incident was an unexpected blow to his reputation, as he is known for his performances for Odessa's Chornomorets and has remained in professional football for a long time.
Further official statements by law enforcement officers should shed light on the motives and possible consequences of this incident for the former goalkeeper.
