$80,000 Bribe Allegation Leads to Charges Against Former Prosecutor

Ex-Prosecutor Faces Charges Over Bribery Scheme

According to САП: On May 13, 2026, Ukraine’s Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) formally charged a former prosecutor from the Slobozhanska District Prosecutor’s Office in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. The suspect is accused of violating Article 368, Part 4 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. According to the investigation, the prosecutor demanded and accepted an $80,000 bribe from a lawyer, acting on behalf of a notary.

Case Details

The extortion of the illicit payment reportedly took place between January and April 2026. The initial bribe amount was set at $50,000. Authorities allege that the prosecutor promised to fabricate 15 criminal charges, a move intended to facilitate the payment. The funds were to be delivered in installments through a currency exchange point.

The notary involved in the case has also been notified of suspicion, though under a lesser charge. The investigation remains ongoing, with further actions by prosecutors and investigators to be determined as the case proceeds.

Under Article 62, Part 1 of the Constitution of Ukraine, an individual is presumed innocent of a crime and cannot be subjected to criminal punishment until their guilt is proven through legal procedures and established by a court verdict.

This case highlights the ongoing fight against corruption in Ukraine, particularly within law enforcement agencies, which are expected to uphold ethical standards. The charges against the former prosecutor reflect the active efforts of anti-corruption bodies to uncover and dismantle corrupt practices. The outcome of this investigation could significantly impact public trust in the country’s justice system and law enforcement institutions.

This recent bribery case is part of a broader crackdown on corruption in Ukraine, which also includes significant allegations against high-profile figures. For instance, an ex-deputy prime minister is under investigation for laundering over 460 million, highlighting the extensive nature of corrupt practices that authorities are striving to eliminate. Such cases are crucial in restoring public confidence in the integrity of the nation's law enforcement and judicial systems.