19 Individuals Extradited to Ukraine This Year, Says Attorney General
In a recent update, Ukraine's Attorney General Ruslan Kravchenko announced that 19 individuals have been extradited to the country in 2023, including a member of a fraudulent betting scheme from Kryvyi Rih.
According to a report by Ukrinform, Attorney General Ruslan Kravchenko shared the news via Telegram. He revealed that just days ago, another participant in a fraudulent betting scheme operating out of Kryvyi Rih was extradited to Ukraine.
This individual was part of an organized group that systematically defrauded citizens under the guise of a betting company throughout 2023. The group utilized fake Instagram accounts showcasing a lavish lifestyle to lure victims into placing non-existent bets. They would then 'confirm winnings' and coax additional funds from the victims before disappearing.
The man had been evading law enforcement and was placed on both national and international wanted lists by Interpol. In August 2025, he was apprehended in Germany, and following a request from the Ukrainian prosecution, he was extradited back to Ukraine just days ago. He is currently in custody.
He faces charges of participating in fraud committed by an organized group using electronic computing technology, as outlined in part 2 of Article 27 and part 4 of Article 190 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.
Additionally, indictments against eight of his accomplices are already in court, and their assets have been seized.
Since the beginning of 2026, the Ukrainian prosecution has facilitated the extradition of 19 individuals back to Ukraine: eight from Poland, six from Germany, two from the Czech Republic, and one each from Spain, Latvia, and Belgium.
In a related case, a resident of Khmelnytskyi was extradited from Moldova, where he had been convicted for robbery and causing serious bodily harm.
The ongoing efforts by the Ukrainian authorities to combat organized crime and fraud highlight the country's commitment to bringing criminals to justice, regardless of where they attempt to hide. The extradition of these individuals not only serves to hold them accountable but also aims to deter similar criminal activities in the future.
As the situation develops, the Ukrainian public is encouraged to stay informed through various channels, including Telegram, Instagram, and YouTube, where updates on legal actions and extraditions will continue to be shared.