Former Head of the Security Service of Ukraine in Kharkiv Region Taken into Custody Until 2026

Arrest of Roman Dudyn

According to Главком: The former head of the Security Service of Ukraine in the Kharkiv region, Roman Dudyn, has been taken into custody until February 22, 2026. This decision was made by the Pechersk District Court of Kyiv, which chose a preventive measure for Dudyn.

The arrest occurred during Dudyn's attempt to be released from custody on bail. His actions were classified under parts 2 of Article 15, part 1 of Article 109, and Article 341 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. Dudyn is suspected of being involved in the organization of the illegal seizure of the building of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration and the attempt to remove its leadership, which took place on February 24, 2022. Oleg Synegubov noted that Dudyn tried to seize power in the region on that day.

The Situation Surrounding the Case

It is known that Roman Dudyn paid over 4.2 million hryvnias, but this did not save him from arrest. The situation surrounding this case continues to provoke significant public interest.

The arrest of Roman Dudyn underscores the seriousness of the charges related to his actions during the onset of the war in Ukraine. Cases involving state officials and their possible betrayal take on particular significance in the context of national security. Emphasizing the importance of justice, the public is eagerly awaiting further developments in the case and its impact on the reputation of government institutions in Ukraine.