SBU detains deputy head of State Customs Service department over $25,000 bribe

Detention of suspect in bribery case

The Security Service of Ukraine detained Kateryna Hunko, who held the position of deputy head of the personnel department of the State Customs Service. She is charged with receiving improper benefit.

Investigation details

Journalist Serdych reported on the detention, citing information from his sources. According to him, the bribe amounted to $25,000. SBU officers and witnesses were involved in the process. A criminal case has currently been opened under Article 368 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which provides for liability for receiving improper benefit.