The Security Service and the National Police exposed a deputy of the Uzhgorod City Council, who is a member of the leadership team of the local social policy department, for corruption.
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According to the investigation, the official demanded money from those liable for military service applying for a deferment from conscription for family reasons.
For various amounts of bribes, the official guaranteed them an “expedited” procedure for obtaining certificates confirming the fact of caring for persons with disabilities.
The Office of the Prosecutor General reported that in exchange for a bribe, the official promised citizens assistance in quickly and easily obtaining a decision confirming the fact of caring for a close relative. This made it possible not only to receive monthly monetary compensation, but also to apply for a deferment from military service.
The deputy was detained after receiving 1 thousand dollars. for the finished document.
The issue of informing the defendant of suspicion under Part 3 of Art. 368 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (acceptance of an offer, promise or receipt of unlawful benefits by an official).
Investigative actions are ongoing to establish all the circumstances of the crime. The attacker faces up to 10 years in prison with confiscation of property.
Source: Racurs
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