MP Shevchenko to Face Trial for Laundering Over 9 Million Hryvnias — SAPO

The case against MP Yevhen Shevchenko, who is suspected of laundering over 9 million hryvnias, has been referred to court.

This was reported by the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office.

According to the investigation, the MP promised representatives of a private company to help them obtain permits to transport mineral fertilizers across the state border. In return, a significant amount of money was transferred to the account of a person associated with him.

As law enforcement established, the politician took no action to fulfill his promise and embezzled the money he received.

To launder the funds, according to the investigation, a scheme involving a relative’s company was used. The money was processed as payment for legal services, after which part of it was transferred to other accounts.

Subsequently, these funds were used to purchase a BMW X5M and a Mercedes-AMG G63 with a total value of over 9 million hryvnias. According to the investigation, the deputy used these cars, attempting to present them as having been purchased legally.

The suspect’s actions are classified under Part 2 of Article 209 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine—legalization of property obtained by criminal means. The penalty under this article provides for five to eight years of imprisonment, confiscation of property, and a ban on holding certain positions.