In Cherkasy region, law enforcement officers have detained a 47-year-old local resident suspected of a corruption scheme related to evasion of mobilization. According to the regional prosecutor's office, she took money for "resolving" issues with military registration documents.
The woman rented an office in Uman, where she provided legal advice. Receiving citizens with problems at territorial recruitment centers, she offered "help" for a fee.
One of the clients, who was under the control of law enforcement officers, contacted her because he had failed to appear for a summons. The suspect promised to negotiate with officials of the CCC and the Joint Venture to avoid being declared wanted. She demanded $3,000 for her services.
The woman was caught red-handed while receiving the entire agreed amount. She has now been charged with receiving an illegal benefit for influencing a decision-making process by an official, combined with extortion.
The prosecutor's office has initiated a preventive measure in the form of detention for her. Law enforcement officers are also checking whether the suspect had accomplices in military structures.
