Title: Ukrainian Commander Facing New Charges: Inaction During Wartime Poses Serious Allegations
In a significant development, the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI) has reportedly prepare a notification of suspicion against Colonel Oleh Poberzhnyuk, the controversial commander of Ukraine’s 211th bridging brigade, according to Ukrayinska Pravda. The charges alleged are pursuant to Part 4 of Article 426 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine – Military authorities inaction during martial law conditions.
raids took place at Poberzhnyuk’s residence on Saturday, December 28th, according to the publication, citing a law enforcement source. The investigation accuses the colonel of deliberate inaction from February to July 2024, despite acquiring knowledge of torture and inhumane treatment of soldiers by a subordinate officer, Vladyslav P Austria.
Poberzhnyuk may now face formal accusations for his alleged inaction during Ukraine’s ongoing military crisis. This comes amidst a series of scandals and allegations of misconduct within the 211th pontonno-mostova brigade.
Background: Scandals in the 211th Brigade
News outlets have previously reported widespread issues within the 211th brigade, including alleged instances of commanders physically and emotionally abusing subordinates, demanding money, and humiliating treatment, such as forcing intoxicated soldiers into icy water. Deputy Speaker and lawmaker Yulia Yatsyk even alleged that drunk soldiers were stripped naked and placed in pits for their own ‘good’.
An investigation into the use of non-regulatory measures by the brigade’s command was opened on December 16th by the specialized prosecutor’s office for military defense matters. Following this, on December 20th, the commander was released on a $908,400 bail after being previously detained.
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