Investigators document attempt to influence justice
Authorities in the capital established the fact of extortion by two representatives of the legal profession. The suspects acted against the head of an enterprise specialising in the production of interceptor drones for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. According to the investigation, the lawyers offered the company's head to reach an agreement with law enforcement agencies, promising to prevent the conduct of investigative actions for a corresponding reward.
Repeated attempt to obtain funds
Following the initial offer, the lawyers allegedly returned to the company's director with a new demand. This time, they informed the head about the initiation of additional investigations which, in their opinion, could create serious problems for the business. The suspects were detained after they received 150,000 dollars.
Extortion amount and potential punishment
Law enforcement officers continue to establish all the circumstances of this criminal proceeding.
If the court proves the lawyers' guilt, they face a punishment of imprisonment for a term of 5 to 12 years with confiscation of property. At the same time, the final decision on guilt must be made exclusively by the court.
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