The Lviv Regional Prosecutor’s Office has sent an indictment to court against three members of an organized group accused of illegal acquisition, storage, and distribution of narcotics and precursors (Art. 307 Parts 2, 3 and Art. 311 Parts 2, 3 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine).
A woman who assisted the group but was not an official member is charged with aiding and abetting, as well as money laundering of illicit profits (Art. 27 Part 5 – Art. 307 Part 2, Art. 27 Part 5 – Art. 311 Parts 2, 3, and Art. 209 Part 1 of the Criminal Code).
Scheme Details
In 2024, a local resident, along with two accomplices, established a network for distributing drugs, including PVP, amphetamine, cannabis, and precursors.
- Procurement and Storage: The suspects acquired wholesale batches of banned substances via postal deliveries.
- Packaging and Concealment: The drugs were repackaged into small zip-lock bags and disguised as household items.
- Distribution Methods: Products were sent via mail across Ukraine or hidden in “dead drops” in Lviv Oblast.
- Customer Search: Buyers were recruited via Telegram messenger.
- Financial Transactions: Payments were routed to a cryptocurrency wallet managed by the accomplice, who transferred the funds to bank cards.
Evidence and Arrests
Authorities documented a monthly profit of approximately ₴2.5 million, particularly from amphetamine sales.
During searches, law enforcement seized:
- 1.8 kg of highly dangerous PVP,
- 32 kg of precursors,
- About 14 liters of chemical substances, including hydrochloric and sulfuric acid, as well as acetone.
Investigation
The pretrial investigation was conducted by the Main Department of the National Police in Lviv Oblast with operational support from the Department of Drug Control.
Note: Under the Constitution of Ukraine, suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.