150 million scheme uncovered: financial fraud in Kropyvnytskyi

A conversion center uncovered in Kirovohrad region

A conversion center was uncovered in the Kirovohrad region, which transferred over 150 million hryvnias «into the shadows» in five months. This was reported by the regional prosecutor’s office today, July 9.

According to the investigation, a financial-industrial group was involved in illegal processing and export of agricultural products. Criminals created fictitious enterprises in Kropyvnytskyi, which belonged to individuals from vulnerable social groups. Large sums of non-cash funds were transferred to their accounts.

During searches in the offices of the financial-industrial group, law enforcement officers confiscated 145 enterprise stamps, a state body stamp, computer equipment, 76 mobile devices, 324 bank cards, and accounting documentation.

The prosecutor’s office continues the investigation to identify all individuals involved in this illegal activity.