Ukrainian police officers allegedly kidnap crypto entrepreneurs, extort $2.2M
Ukrainian police officers have been accused of kidnapping crypto entrepreneurs and extorting approximately $2.2 million from them. The investigation led by Ukraine's Security Service has identified five suspects, including two police colonels. The case raises serious concerns about law enforcement accountability and oversight in the country.
- ▪Five suspects, including two police colonels, face charges of armed gang formation, kidnapping, and robbery.
- ▪The criminal activities reportedly took place over an extended period before being halted in November 2025.
- ▪At least four victims have been documented, with the total extorted amount reaching approximately $2.2 million.
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