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Crime in Ukraine and worldwide has taken various forms, from high-profile military-related offenses to organized crime and fraud. With over 183,000 crimes linked to Russian aggression recorded, the demand for judicial accountability has surged. Recently, a Lviv businessman was indicted for supplying low-quality clothing to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, reflecting persistent issues of fraud and corruption. The National Resistance Center identified an individual involved in multiple global conflicts, while data reveals a stark increase in weapon-related crimes, up 42 times from previous years. Crime rates continue to impact cities like Odesa, illustrating the far-reaching challenges faced by law enforcement. Concurrently, legislative and international actions aim to address these pressing legal and social issues, highlighting the complexity of the crime landscape in 2025.

What is the scale of crimes related to Russian aggression in Ukraine?

As of 2025, Ukraine has recorded over 183,000 crimes related to Russian aggression. These crimes encompass various offenses, including war crimes and violations of sovereignty. Efforts are underway to document and pursue legal actions against perpetrators involved in these aggressions to ensure accountability.

How has the supply of low-quality military equipment been addressed legally?

A businessman from Lviv and his criminal organization have been indicted for supplying inferior clothing to Ukraine's Armed Forces. This indictment, pursued by the State Bureau of Investigation, reflects ongoing efforts to tackle fraud and corruption within military procurement, safeguarding both resources and national security.

How significant is the increase in crimes involving weapons in Ukraine?

The use of weapons in criminal activities has experienced a dramatic rise in Ukraine, with incidents multiplying 42 times compared to 2021. This surge highlights growing challenges for law enforcement as they work to address the increased availability and use of firearms within criminal networks.

What actions are being taken against organized crime in Odesa and other regions?

In regions like Odesa, law enforcement agencies have intensified efforts to curb organized crime. Operations have led to the neutralization of crime rings involved in kidnapping and other major offenses, showcasing ongoing efforts to restore order and ensure public safety across affected communities.

Are there international efforts to address war crimes in Ukraine?

International legal avenues are being explored to address war crimes, with the Justice Minister emphasizing potential cases at the International Criminal Court. These efforts aim to hold accountable those responsible for such crimes, including prominent leaders implicated in military offenses during the conflict in Donbas.

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Businessman detained for supplying low-quality clothing to Armed Forces of Ukraine Lviv businessman and his criminal organization supplied low-quality clothing to Armed Forces of Ukraine worth over UAH 1 billion: indictment sent to court - SBI. PHOTOS The State Bureau of Investigation jointly with the State Audit Service completed a pre-trial investigation against a Lviv businessman and his criminal organisation that supplied low-quality military equipment to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 6 290 12

NRC exposes Russian war criminal from Crimea NRC receives data on GRU war criminal from annexed Crimea. PHOTO + DOCUMENT NRC (National Resistance Center) has identified Russian serviceman Yan Sadovnik, who is involved in the annexation of Crimea, participation in the Syrian conflict and the war against Ukraine. 3 568 4 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea War

сбу SSU, criminal group that terrorized residents of Dnipro, was neutralized. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Security Service continues the systematic fight against organized crime, which threatens the state security of Ukraine in wartime conditions. As a result of the special operation in Dnipro, a criminal group that terrorized and tried to keep local residents in fear was neutralized. 11 685 34 Incidents

сбу Kidnapping ring members apprehended in Odesa region, - SBU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) in conjunction with the local prosecutors detained members of the crime ring who had been abducting people in the Odesa region for several years and holding them to ransom. 18 991 7 Incidents

полиция Avakov publishes results of criminal police performance over 12-month period. INFOGRAPHICS (in Ukrainian) Interior Minister Arsen Avakov has published the results of the work of Ukraine's criminal police over the 12-month period. 37 244 93 Previously in trend: Police workdays

наркотики задержание наркоторговцы Law enforcers detain drug dealers operating in four Ukrainian cities, - Prosecutor General Lutsenko. PHOTOS Members of the Kyiv Prosecutor's Office and Interior Ministry’s Department of Internal Security carried out 57 raids at premises used by a ring of drug dealers in Kyiv, Kryvyi Rih, Kropyvnytskyi, and Dnipro. 44 045 81 Incidents

киев деньги разбой Three robbers beat man in Kyiv, robbed him of $110,000. PHOTOS Three unknown armed persons assaulted a man in the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kyiv, robbed him of $110,000 and fled in a car. 61 176 110 Previously in trend: Police workdays

похищение Ukrzaliznytsia executive abducted in Kyiv as shooting occurred, - media. PHOTO Head of the Power Supply Department of Ukrzaliznytsia state railway operator Valerii Liudmyrskyi has been kidnapped in Kyiv. 53 266 105 Incidents

инкассаторы Armed bandits tried to rob security van in Zaporizhia region, - National Police. PHOTOS A security van is reported to have been attacked in the Zaporizhia region. 57 297 94 Previously in trend: Police workdays

конопля область донецкая Law enforcers destroyed 2.5 hectares of cannabis worth $1 million in Donetsk region. VIDEO+PHOTOS The SBU, the police, and social activists have found a 2.5 hectare-field of cannabis in the area of anti-terrorist operation (ATO). 13 763 59 Previously in trend: Police workdays

пр Party of Regions’ off-the-book payments unveiled: $66 million spent on political corruption over six months of 2012. DOCUMENT Party of Regions’ off-the book financial schemes show that its members spent over $66 million on political corruption within less than six months of 2012. 171 593 282 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine Party of Regions' off-the-book payments

задержание черниговщина полиция Three policemen stabbed while apprehending criminals in Chernihiv region. PHOTOS Three policemen were injured during the arrest of criminals in the Chernihiv region. 55 340 63 Previously in trend: Police workdays

розыск вошко Police looking for former district militia officer, leader of gang which plundered houses in Donetsk region. PHOTO The Main Administration of the National Police in the Donetsk region is looking for Yurii Voshko (born Aug. 21, 1963, resident of Kostiantynivka) - who is the leader of a gang which committed 40 armed robberies and other crimes. 67 706 60 Previously in trend: Police workdays

задержание Two criminals killed, seven police officers wounded in special operation in Odesa region, - Interior Ministry. PHOTOS Seven police officers received injuries while detaining resisting criminals in the Odesa region. 155 580 238 Incidents

киев стрельба задержание перестрелка Three men opened fire in downtown Kyiv. Police officer injured. PHOTOS A shooting took place in the center of Kyiv around 1 p.m. today, March 26. 118 726 123 Photo News