NABU's Claims Rejected: 'Informatyka' Denies Erasing Surveillance Data on Detectives' Vehicles

'Informatyka' Counters NABU's Allegations

According to Главком: The municipal enterprise 'Informatyka' has formally denied accusations from Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) that it deleted records of NABU vehicle movements from the 'Safe City' surveillance system. This rebuttal follows a statement from NABU detective Oleksandr Abakumov, who raised suspicions about potential manipulation within the system. NABU Director Semen Kryvonos has stated that investigators are examining the technical possibility of accessing the system without leaving logs or of erasing digital traces.

Representatives of 'Informatyka' stressed that the video surveillance system operates strictly within the framework of the regulations for Kyiv's comprehensive video monitoring network. They clarified that all authorized law enforcement agencies have access to the system's data and that 'Informatyka' has consistently provided requested materials in response to official warrants within the stipulated deadlines.

Further Questions About Data Integrity

Furthermore, during the investigation into the so-called Mindich case, documents concerning NABU vehicles were discovered on the suspects. The format of these documents was identical to that generated by the 'Safe City' system, raising additional concerns about the integrity of the data held within it.

This controversy unfolds against a backdrop of heightened scrutiny over the 'Safe City' system and its administrators. Notably, on March 7, 2025, Petro Olenych was dismissed from his post as deputy head of the Kyiv City State Administration for self-government powers. The 'Safe City' system, a key tool for urban security, is administered by 'Informatyka,' which is subordinate to the Kyiv City State Administration.

In this context, NABU officials noted that 'no one was looking for them,' suggesting potential issues with accessing information about the bureau's vehicles. This incident underscores the critical importance and sensitivity of the data contained within the 'Safe City' system, as well as the role of state bodies in ensuring transparency in its use. The investigation into potential manipulations points to serious questions regarding law enforcement access to information and the effectiveness of oversight for such systems. The outcome of these probes could significantly impact public trust in the video surveillance network and its administrators.