On October 22, 2026, Ivan Tymoshenko, the former head of the IT department of the Prosecutor General's Office, was detained for 60 days with a bail of 8 million UAH in the case known as "Carthage".
Overview of the "Carthage" Case
According to NABU and SAP, Ivan Tymoshenko played a key role in a scheme involving bribery for non-interference in the operations of fraudulent call centers. Investigators found that he maintained contact with representatives of these call centers and regularly received money from them.
Charges and Preventive Measure
Investigators believe that Tymoshenko not only received bribes but also was responsible for the safety of the scheme's participants, helping to conceal their activities. Additionally, he involved other individuals in the operation. SAP requested a bail amount of 100 million UAH for Tymoshenko, but the court set the bail at 8 million.
Operation "Carthage" Details
Operation "Carthage" was initiated in September 2026 when NABU and SAP uncovered a scheme whereby officials from the Prosecutor General's Office were receiving money for "protection" of fraudulent call centers. This case has sparked significant public interest and raised concerns about corruption within government structures.