On November 5, 2026, a court chose a preventive measure for Victor Yen, the driver of the fake ambulance that arrived in Petropavlivska Borshchahivka on November 2. Yen will be held in custody for 60 days without the right to bail.
Case Background
Victor Yen was driving the ambulance that brought Valentina Moloda to a military facility near Kyiv. According to the investigation, he acted in collusion with Moloda and Tatyana Kireyeva. The three prepared medical clothing and a vehicle with recognizable ambulance markings before arriving at the location of the National Guard unit.
Investigation's Version
The investigation claims that their actions aimed to block the unit's operations and assist military personnel in SCC. Yen's lawyer requested that he not be sent to pre-trial detention, emphasizing that he is a combat veteran, has a third-degree disability, and was caring for his mother with serious health issues.
Court's Decision
The Solomyansky District Court of Kyiv ruled to detain Victor Yen for 60 days without the right to bail, meaning he will remain in custody until January 3, 2027. Yen's lawyer assured that her client is willing to cooperate with the investigation, but Yen himself refused to testify.