The perpetrators sought to defraud both individuals and legal entities by claiming their actions were linked to supporting the Armed Forces. Currently, one member of the group from Kyiv has been charged. The maximum penalty for this offense can reach up to 8 years in prison.

Cyber police operatives, in collaboration with investigators from the Dnipro police, uncovered a group of criminals sending fake emails to businesses, impersonating government officials regarding participation in support programs for the Armed Forces.

To enhance credibility, the scammers created a forged document signed by a head of one of the regional military administrations and set up a fake Telegram account.

To receive donations, they provided bank cards and accounts registered under fictitious names.

During a search of one suspect's residence in Kyiv, police seized mobile phones and SIM cards used in their criminal activities.

Investigators have charged the suspect under part 4 of Article 190 (Fraud) of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. The maximum penalty for this article is up to 8 years of imprisonment.

By court decision, the suspect has been placed under house arrest.

The pre-trial investigation continues, with police working to identify accomplices and assess the total amount of damages.