Senior Ukrainian law enforcement officials charged in sprawling scam call center case

Ukrainian anti-corruption agencies have charged five individuals linked to a criminal network involving scam call centers and drug trafficking, including senior law enforcement officials. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) revealed that the suspects include high-ranking members of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and the National Police. Two suspects are in pre-trial detention, while others face serious allegations, including torture and extortion. The investigation has led to the dismissal of implicated officials and the suspension of police officers. NABU conducted searches at SBU officials' premises, encountering resistance from a senior official.