Criminal Authority Arrested in Ivano-Frankivsk for Demanding $150,000 from Entrepreneur
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has apprehended an individual previously known as a member of a criminal group led by a figure nicknamed 'Khramyi' in the Ivano-Frankivsk region, who was allegedly demanding substantial sums from local business representatives.
In the Ivano-Frankivsk region, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has arrested a person previously recognized as a member of a criminal group led by an individual known by the nickname 'Khramyi.' This individual decided to operate independently, establishing his own criminal activities by extorting significant amounts of money from local entrepreneurs.
According to information published on the SBU's official Facebook page, the arrested individual systematically pressured business owners, involving several local residents in his criminal endeavors. The SBU documented instances of intimidation against an entrepreneur from Ivano-Frankivsk, who was threatened with physical harm, destruction of his business, and retaliation against his relatives if he did not comply with the demands of the perpetrator.
The demand made by the arrested individual included the transfer of $150,000 as well as the rights to two apartments. The perpetrator frequently called the victim and exerted pressure during personal meetings, attempting to coerce him into fulfilling his demands. Following this, according to the SBU, he organized an attack on the entrepreneur, indicating his readiness to resort to violence.
During searches conducted at the residences of the arrested individual and his accomplices, law enforcement officials seized numerous pieces of evidence related to their criminal activities. Among the items recovered were copies of debt acknowledgments obtained through violence against the victims, mobile phones, bank cards, and other items that corroborate the criminal activities of the detainee.
The arrested individual has already been notified of suspicion under part 4 of Article 189 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which stipulates liability for extortion committed under martial law conditions. Currently, he is being held in custody without the possibility of bail, underscoring the seriousness of his criminal actions.
This case is not an isolated incident. As reported by Ukrinform, two other 'criminal authorities' were recently charged with extorting $19,000 and assaulting a doctor in the capital. This highlights that law enforcement agencies are actively combating organized crime in Ukraine, striving to put an end to lawlessness and ensure the safety of businesses.
The Security Service of Ukraine urges citizens not to remain indifferent to manifestations of crime and to report all instances of extortion and other criminal activities. It is crucial for entrepreneurs and business owners to be aware of their rights and legal interests and to know that law enforcement agencies are prepared to respond to any threats.
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